Beautiful and large Maine Coon cats are distinguished by their mobility and playful character. In this regard, the main task for breeders is to choose the right tray, which will correspond to the characteristics of the pet. The size and shape of the toilet for a cat can be different. The main thing is to take into account the individual characteristics of a fluffy pet and make the right choice.
Breed features
Despite the large size, the Maine Coons or raccoon cats are quite friendly and quickly find a common language with the breeder. At home, they are easy to train and easily remember a large number of teams. Naturally, pets from birth require careful care, which implies the acquisition of various devices and accessories.
Subtleties of choice
With the advent of the Maine Coon kitten in the apartment, naturally, the question arises about the purchase of a tray. The key point when choosing a toilet for a cat is its size. The fact is that representatives of this breed love to delve into the filler, which in the process will fly in different directions. Therefore, the tray for the Maine Coon should have the following characteristics.
- Wide and long The cat should feel at ease.
- The presence of high sides. The walls will help the filler to remain "in place."
- Does not allow unpleasant smell to spread around the apartment. In this case we are talking about closed trays, equipped with special filters.
What are the?
In pet stores, you can easily buy cat trays. They vary in size (small, medium, large), structure, strength and color. So, we will consider three options of trays which will be suitable for a Maine Coon.
- Rectangular, low sides. This option is suitable for a kitten who just arrived from the nursery and adapts to life in the apartment. He is miniature and fluffy baby will not be afraid of him. A kitten can easily get into a small tray on its own.
Naturally, similar products to the owners of the Maine Coon can be considered as temporary.
- Medium-sized tray with high sides. A similar product is suitable for an already grown up cat. High walls will not allow the filler to scatter in different directions, and the playful naughty person will feel safe in a “closed” space.
Note that trays with high sides (not less than 10 cm) are suitable for the Maine Coon.
- Closed house tray. Pretty expensive model, but with clear advantages. This is a closed construction, externally similar to the carrying. Its main advantage lies in the "absorption" of the unpleasant odor, since the "house" is equipped with carbon filters. Cats love these trays, because in an enclosed space they are not distracted by anything from the process. At the same time, such a toilet is not very convenient to clean, especially when the “roof” cannot be removed.
Therefore, when choosing a model, pay attention to all the “sliding” parts. Otherwise, you will quickly get rid of the product. In addition, the house-tray for Maine Coon should be large enough and roomy.
Fillers
When purchasing a tray, think about its "content". We are talking about fillers. First of all, they must be of high quality and safe. Today, you can find various fillers for sale, but for Maine Coons it is best to purchase wood pellets. They absorb well and well "restrain" odors. In addition, unlike silica gel fillers, wood pellets can be safely washed into the toilet.In addition, in modern pet stores you can buy mineral fillers. They are known for their porous structure and perfectly “block” unpleasant odors. Moreover, unlike wood, "minerals" do not stick to their paws and do not spread throughout the apartment.
Note that playful pets can play with the contents of the tray, so before bed lay a small rug, which is amenable to frequent washing.
Please note that the tray for raccoon cats is not recommended to be filled with street sand.
How to teach?
The process of "dating" start from the first days of the appearance of the Maine Coon in the apartment. For a small "fluffy" suitable miniature tray with low walls. Kitten quickly get used to it. The baby is carried to the tray immediately after the meal and is not released until he does "his business." After the pet does what is expected of him, the owner praises him and treats him with a favorite delicacy. Thus, the baby will understand that the “friendship” with the tray is safe and even pleasant. If the "incident" still occurred, and the kitten went to the toilet "not there", then do not scold the pet. Calmly carry the waste products of the animal in the tray, clearly showing the pet where he should defend the need.
As the cat matures, the design of the trays will change. The process of "dating" with a new toilet grown older Maine Coon is similar. Over time, the pet will be easier to perceive all the "innovations" in the apartment, and it will be much easier to accustom him to another tray.
Where to put?
An important role in toilet training for a furry pet is played by its location. Since the tray for the Maine Coon is large enough, it is not always possible to place it in the toilet. An alternative place will be the corridor. Also, the tray will be put on a glazed loggia. But in this case, the pet must have constant access to it. In addition, the cat's toilet should not stand on the aisle and where drafts "walk".
It is important that the pet feels safe and comfortable in the tray. He should get into the toilet without obstacles from every corner of the home.
Clean the cat's toilet regularly. For these purposes, you can purchase a special safe disinfectant that is sold in any pet store. The fact is that a dirty tray can cause aversion in Maine-Coon, as raccoon cats have a very sensitive sense of smell. Sometimes the owners put two trays for their pets - for “big” and “small” cases.
For details on the selection of tray and filler for the Maine Coon, see the video below.
