![]() ![]() We'll even share with you our top picks for the best clumping cat litter that is ideal for use in automatic litter boxes. We'll then get into the specifics of using clumping litter with popular models like the Scoopfree and explore other litter alternatives like pine litter. We’ll start by investigating whether clumping litter is an appropriate choice. This comprehensive article is your go-to guide for understanding the compatibility of various types of litter with automatic litter boxes. Plus, my plain litter box never “malfunctions” or gives me an error, lol.So, you're thinking of investing in an automatic litter box or you already have one? Great choice! Now comes the million-dollar question: What type of litter is best for your new high-tech pet accessory? Is it okay to use clumping litter in an automatic litter box, or should you be looking for something else? Jackson Galaxy did a good video on prioritizing what litter and box is best for the cat, not what we humans feel is convenient. I just scoop a few times per day and put it in a litter genie that I empty once per week, no big deal. I went with stainless steel so it doesn’t absorb smell, and World’s Best (corn) litter. Especially important because cats hide pain well.Īlso, cats apparently find it most natural to just have an open box. If anything, you’d find them days later when you go to empty the container (maybe) and not know which day it happened. When things automatically scoop for you, you can’t look out for things like loose stool, blood, etc that can be big indicators of health issues. I’m not sure about associated behavioral issues, but the big reason I didn’t go for an automatic was that you can’t observe their pee and bowel movements with accuracy. This area is a living document and can be updated so if you have anything you’d like to see added, please let me know! Here is a Jackson Galaxy page about aggression in cats. “My cat is biting me/attacking me/aggressive.” If they are scratching the furniture, put a cat scratcher near where they were scratching. In addition, you want to replace the problem area with something for them – if they want to be up on the counters so they can see what you’re doing, give them a tall cat tree in the same room and treat them when they use it. Keeping the area clear of anything attractive – if they’re on the counters looking for food, make sure the food is cat-proofed and the counters are clean. SSSCAT Deterrent Cat Spray – this is a motion-activated and harmless spray ( ) Strong (but pet-safe) citrus smells/sprays. You can put that on surfaces/furniture/cables– you can wrap these around mats or cardboard if tape will ruin the surface or you need to be able to access the areas sometimes. Generally, the effective way to train cats to stay away from a specific area is to set up passive environmental deterrents. “I want my cat to stay off of the counter/stop scratching furniture/stop chewing cables/etc.” Training your cat to use a harness/leash/use a cat backpack/go for walks: Catexplorer has a wealth of information from blog posts to podcasts to lists/reviews of products and a store for cat backpacks. ![]() Jackson Galaxy also has a handy PDF explaining how clicker training works: They also have courses and supplies such as clickers on their website. Training your cat to do tricks and help with clicker training: Cat School’s Instagram and YouTube is a great place to find tricks and the method to teach your cat. He also has a show called “My Cat From Hell” where you can see him in action helping cat owners and watch his techniques in action. He talks about everything from scratching furniture to introducing cats to cat aggression to feeding and more, and his website has many cat supplies both from inside and outside of his own product line. Generic cat information: A widely accepted resource for cat behavior and issues is Jackson Galaxy. Here are some guidelines and resources for general cat information, specific behavior issues, resources for training, and helpful products! Cats are known to hide health issues and many times, a sudden show of strange behavior that is otherwise unexplained is a sign they have been hiding an issue for a while and may need immediate medical attention. ![]() If your cat is suddenly displaying unusual behavior, please check as soon as possible with your vet to make sure they are well before posting. ![]()
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