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The very first thing you need to address when bringing a new cat into the house is to purchase a Cat Litter Box along with some Cat Litter.  This is not a difficult task but there are a few things to think about that will help with your selection. And don’t worry, cats are extremely intelligent when it comes to finding and using their box. That is one reason why we love them since they are much cleaner than other pets.

Choosing the Cat Litter Box

Bigger is always better but you need to make sure the box will fit in the space you intend to keep it.  The basic plastic litter box is really all you need but we suggest at a minimum that you get a splash proof cover that keeps the litter in the box when your cat sweeps the litter with their paw to cover their excretion. This is typically a small 2 to 4 inch upright lid that your cat simply steps over to get into the box. You can avoid a ton of mess using this lid since it catches the litter being swept aside and keeps it in the box. There is also an Igloo type plastic top where your cat can go inside. This does provide some privacy but most cats do not require this. It also helps not only with mess but with controlling smells as well.

Choosing the Cat Litter

Picking the cheap cat litter works in many instances, however you have to consider the size of the granules as a factor. The key is the one you start with, you should continue to use because cats don’t like change and if you do decide to change for any reason, do it gradually.

Here are some of your options. You can choose a scented cat litter versus a non-scented or fragrant free litter. Their is also organic and natural litters, some even made with pine needles. You can also choose a flushable type of litter versus a scoopable clumping type. We typically save our plastic grocery bags and use a large Cat Litter Scoop to dump the clumps into and then throw away.

We use Purina Tidy Cats Premium Scoop for Multiple Cats.

What About Cat Litter Furniture?

The final thing to consider would be if you want to improve the overall looks of your cat litter box setup.  This is not a necessity but depending on where you keep the cat litter box in your home, can make a huge difference. There are many manufacturers of Cat Litter Furniture which allow you to keep the litter box enclosed so it is not in view from anywhere in the room you keep it in.  These come in a variety of materials such as plastic, wood, metal, and in some cases even a stone type look or finish.

For the most part, what the cat litter furniture does is cover the litter box but still allows your cat to enter and exit without difficulty.  You may even find that it also helps with controlling any smells that can exude from the box. The bottom line is for you to truly consider this as a piece of furniture so make sure whatever you select matches the  decor of your room.