Automatic toilets for cats: features, selection and rating of models

Automatic toilets for cats were invented not so long ago, and are a new device that makes life easier for pet owners. First of all, these trays were designed for use in animal nurseries. But such a device has gained popularity in domestic use. Particularly relevant automatic toilet will be for owners of several pets.

With its appearance, the cat-made toilet resembles a human, and it differs only in its dimensions. The main function for which these devices were developed is the possibility of cleaning the toilet without human effort. However, these automatic devices will depend on the electrical connection and water supply. To date, there are various models of automatic cat litter. In some of them, a person must independently flush by pressing a button or a pedal.

More advanced models are equipped with motion sensors and automatic actuation. These sensors determine when the cat is in the tray, and begin to work after a while, when she leaves him. This is done so that the cat can leave and not be frightened by the device. Usually this time period is up to 30 seconds. That is, the automatic tray is a simple robot that takes on the duties of cleaning the toilet of a pet.

Unfortunately, automatic trays are not so in demand on the territory of Russia and the CIS countries. On the Internet you can find a lot of reviews that relate not to the operation of the device, but to its very purpose. Many pet owners believe that it’s not so difficult to remove a regular tray for your pet, and this does not take much time. But this device will be very useful to those who have several animals at once, for example, is engaged in their breeding. Cleaning the toilet for a couple of pets already causes some difficulties and takes time.

It is worth noting that we live in the age of the development of innovative technologies. Technological progress affects all spheres of human life, and it is aimed at facilitating our life and saving time. Perhaps in the near future, people will use only automatic self-cleaning trays for their pets, forgetting the standard ones.

Based on the description and purpose of the automated tray for cats, a number of positive and negative aspects of this technique can be noted. The obvious advantages of this know-how include the following points.

• Of course, the main positive factor of such a device is cleanliness. The automatic tray itself carries out cleaning for animals, maintaining hygiene and eliminating unpleasant odor. Unpleasant smell is a common problem that worries pet owners. In addition, it is extremely unpleasant for a pet to visit an uncleaned toilet. With the use of such a tray, these problems are solved almost instantly. Unpleasant smell just does not have time to spread around the room, because the system will automatically remove its source.
• From the first plus follows the next - saving time.Cleaning after several pets may take some time. Some owners simply cannot find enough time to maintain toilet hygiene. Automated system completely eliminates this problem. The tray is cleaned immediately after visiting the animals. Such a decision may be especially relevant for owners of animals who need to leave for a few days, and taking a pet with them is not possible.
• Also this tray is designed for use by several animals at once. Such devices are often used in large nurseries. But if the house has several pets, the tray is perfect for domestic use.

And now it is worth noting some negative aspects when using this device.

• The main disadvantage, of course, is the price. Automated tray for cats so far is a fairly expensive fixture.
• The next minus is unavailability. Since automatic trays are not in great demand, it is rather difficult to find them even in large pet stores. Nevertheless, this device can be easily ordered online.
• Also, these systems require their service, and it is impossible to completely eliminate the human factor in their work. Many of the automated trays need to be connected to electricity and plumbing. Without them, they will not work. That is, when you turn off the water or power outages, malfunctions can occur in the toilet. Some more models require the replacement of filler or detergent.
• It is possible that the pet will have to teach a new toilet. This is also one of the downsides, especially if the animal has already become accustomed to walking in a regular tray. A new device that emits strange sounds may simply scare your pet. But manufacturers specifically for such purposes and invented sensors that operate after a certain time. Theoretically, the animal should do its business in the tray and have time to move away from it, thus it will not be frightened by the sounds of flushing.

Analyzing the positive and negative factors, it is necessary to conclude that the advantages of this system are much more significant than its disadvantages. Some of the negative factors can only occur in theory (blackout, water, or fear of the animal).

So, if the pet owner decided to purchase this automated tray, then he needs to familiarize himself with the assortment of goods. Below will be presented the best models of automatic trays for today.

For a start, it is worth noting a system called PetSafe ScoopFree Original Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box. The job of this tray is to use garbage bags that are built into the device.

The principle of operation of the device is quite simple, but it helps to maintain high-quality hygiene of cat litter. Also, the system blocks odors very well, which is an undeniable advantage.

The next model is called CatGenie Self-Flushing Cat Box. This is a more complex device, which is electric, and is also connected to the water supply. Quite an interesting instance, since almost all the processes in it are automated. This tray has special plastic granules that replace the usual cat litter. The system uses water mixed with disinfectant to clean the toilet. Contaminated granules in this tray are automatically removed. Among other things, the tray of the manufacturer uses a surface drying system. This allows the tray to be constantly dry so that the animal is comfortable.

It is also worth noting the automatic cat toilet called Omega Paw Roll`n Clean. Pretty good device that uses the principle of splitting waste in cleaning. Those, in turn, are automatically placed in a special compartment, which, if necessary, should be cleaned. The system itself sends a signal that the compartment needs to be cleaned.

System PetSafe Simply Clean is quite expensive, however, one of the best. The system copes with the splitting of waste, placing them in a separate compartment. A feature of this device is the low noise level that occurs during cleaning. In general, the whole system is designed not to scare away the animal. The engine itself makes a slow and smooth revolutions, and the noise at work is almost imperceptible, which does not frighten the pet.

Manufacturer Kopfgescheit engaged in the manufacture of special toilets for cats. This system appeared quite recently, and outwardly similar to the usual human toilet, but only on a smaller scale.

The main thing for him is water access. All cleaning acts solely on water. Very sensitive sensors are installed on the system that determine when the animal is in the tray area and when it comes out. Accordingly, this system requires a constant connection to the water and the power grid. Also, the water consumption in this tray more than others. Nevertheless, the cat toilet of this brand is one of the best automated trays today.

Great results in the improvement of conventional toilets for cats reached the Japanese manufacturers. On the Internet there is a wide choice of Japanese dry closets for pets. These are not fully automatic models, that is, they will have to be removed. However, they are very hygienic, block most odors and are very convenient to use.

To choose the right toilet for your pet, it is worth considering several factors.

• Mark. The main manufacturers of automatic toilets have been listed above. They are constantly working to improve their systems, delivering new models to the market. A good brand is a guarantee of quality. Do not trust the unknown manufacturers who have not yet had time to recommend themselves.
• Habits cat. It is necessary to select the tray that is most similar to the one that the pet is used to using. It will save a lot of time on training it to a new toilet. It is recommended to put the new device on the place where the old one was. The habit of the animal will go to the same place. It is also necessary to consider how the cat relates to extraneous sounds. A system with a high noise level may simply scare the pet away, and he will no longer go to such a toilet.
• Number of pets. If there is no more than one cat in the house, then it will most likely be inappropriate to purchase a separate toilet for it. In this case, you can purchase a conventional bio-toilet, which blocks odors, is easy to maintain, but has a lower price, in contrast to automated systems. More advanced models will be relevant either for very busy owners or for those who have two or more cats in the house.

When using this automatic tray for cats, the owner must periodically pay attention to his work. Many of the models still do not do without human intervention. They need to be properly configured.

Check the water and electrical connections. Sometimes owners can simply forget to connect the automatic tray. Without access to water and electricity, the system simply will not work.It is also necessary to control the reliability of pipe fasteners when connected to the water supply. All connections must be reliable and fit, otherwise it may cause leakage or damage to the instrument.

It should be noted that many owners of automatic toilets for cats were pleasantly surprised by their effectiveness. Most systems work without interruption, saving the owners a lot of time and effort. There are also negative reviews.

Automated toilets for cats are a fairly new device. Manufacturers can not yet take into account some of the subtleties and features. However, they are constantly working to eliminate errors. We can safely say that automatic toilets for cats every day are becoming better and more popular.

How does the automatic toilet for the cat "CatGenie 120", see below.