If you’re thinking about purchasing a litter box for your feline friend, it’s important to know which attributes best suit your cat's preferences. Everything from the style to the location can play a factor in your cat’s usage of cat litter boxes. So, before we answer the main question of: “Do cats prefer open or closed litter boxes?” We’ll share some background information on the most preferential attributes when looking for a kitty litter box, and how the PawsPik Stainless Steel Litter Box checks off all of these boxes.
Accessible Location
When deciding on a location for your pet litter box, always place the box in an area that is open and accessible for your pets to access. If you place your litter box in a high traffic and busy part of the house such as your living room, your cats may be less inclined to use it since they may be uncomfortable with excessive sound and movement. In order for cats to eliminate they prefer private spaces, luckily the PawsPik litter box comes equipped with 12-inch-high walls which allow for optimal privacy when your furry friend is doing their business.
Clean and Sanitary
Cats naturally prefer to eliminate in clean locations. It’s recommended to clean your cat’s litter at least once to twice daily depending on their bathroom habits. Since many cats become deterred from using their cat litter box when they can see that it is still filled with the previous day's eliminations. The PawsPik Litter Box is able to assist with this as our high-quality stainless-steel litter box comes equipped with both a metal scooper and a litter catching footboard.
Non-Odorous
In addition to ensuring your litter box is clean, it's important to remember to keep your litter box odor free as well. This means going beyond just changing the litter and actually cleaning out your litter box. It's recommended to completely change out your cat's litter at least once per week. This ensures that no waste is able to permeate through the material of the box. Though if you were to purchase a stainless-steel cat litter box this would help reduce the amount of odor in your pet’s litter box due to its non-porous design.
Accessible Use Throughout the Home
Another important factor to consider is the number of litter boxes in your home. According to both vets and pet professionals alike, it's recommended to have at least one litter box per cat plus one. This ensures that every cat has at least one litter box accessible to them throughout the house as well as an additional space depending on their preferences. The reason that this is recommended is due to the fact that cats are incredibly territorial animals and naturally prefer to have their own designated spaces to use the bathroom. Providing access to your furry felines helps to prevent any conflicts in multi-cat households.
So do Cats Prefer Open or Closed Litter Boxes?
According to numerous studies conducted, many cats do not have a preference for covered or uncovered litter boxes! Though some professionals do recommend open-concept litter boxes due to cat’s natural instinct to scan and observe their environment. When they are forced to enter into enclosed spaces to eliminate, they may feel a sense of unease or discomfort. Thankfully the PawsPik Stainless Steel Litter Box is equipped with open high wall sides to help minimize litter scatter while still providing your cat with enhanced privacy.
