Trays with high sides for cats

Any pet breeder knows how much a pet needs for a living. At the same time, little attention is often paid to the choice of the tray, which in the future can develop into the need to buy a new toilet. Among other varieties, cat owners have high-sided trays. What are their features, and what are the nuances of choice, the material of this article will tell.

Cat flush toilets are a separate line of trays for pets of different breeds. Despite the fact that by design such trays are open-type products, they are not suitable for all cats. And the point here is not so much in the breed of the pet as in its age. Due to the high lateral edges, small kittens often simply cannot get into such a toilet. The minimum side height is approximately 10 cm.

An exception is models with an input located on one of the sides of the box. However, the presence of an entrance complicates the cleaning of the product and makes the breeder think through additional measures to ensure cleanliness around the tray. As a rule, if the box is filled with filler, it is the presence of the entrance that causes it to explode.

Cat litter with high sides can be classified according to the type of model. They are produced without a grid and with a grill. Products of the first type require the use of a filler, the composition of which will determine the frequency of cleaning and cleaning the box.On average, pellets will have to be changed once a week, provided that only one pet lives in the house.

As for the analogues of the second type, they can be used without filler. Its main task is to eliminate the unpleasant odor. It is for these purposes that they put it at the bottom of the box in such a way so that he does not reach at least 2 cm from the grill.

The grill itself can be different, but it is always removable, which is important for ease of washing the tray. They wash it daily, as soon as the pet has settled its natural needs. The mesh may have holes of different sizes. The breeder, as a rule, takes the option where they are the smallest, which eliminates the risk of getting the cat's paws.

As for the sides, their type can be traditional or removable. In the modifications of the second type, they are held at the expense of reliable clamps. Modifications of the first type are more convenient from the point of view of cleaning, since such trays are easier to wash. It takes more time to clean the second products, in these cases you have to clean out more dirt.

The sides can vary in degree of streamlining. For example, in simple models, they are the usual continuation of the box, in analogues with removable frames they can be semicircular. These options are convenient in that they exclude the possibility of excrement and urine getting outside the box. Other modifications have a horizontal side from the entrance to the tray and vertical from the other three sides.

Removable sides can be worn on the box with sidewalls tilted inward. Of course, it is more difficult to wash such trays, however, they protect the space around the box from accidental ingress of waste products from pets. In addition, products of this type are good for cats who like to scatter the filler. Other models have removable sides of different widths, worn on the sidewalls.

Today, the shape of cat toilets with high sides can be different (for example, streamlined and angular, rectangular and oval). Moreover, the tray can be not only symmetrically rectangular. In the product lines there are models of the straight and angular type, as well as options with different side heights. For example, they can wave-wise increase in height.

In models of the angular type, the height of the sides in front is lower than that of the sides that are placed against the wall. Other varieties have the appearance of a panel that protects the wall from contamination (for example, accidental ingress of wet granules, excrement or cat urine). As for the material of manufacture, plastic is used in the production of cat trays. The material itself may differ in density, which the buyer should pay attention to when choosing one or another model.

Trays with high sides for cats can vary in size, which is developed taking into account breeds of different sizes, including large cats (up to 10 kg or more). For example, on sale you can buy products with the following parameters:

• classic box without mesh: 400х300х100, 500х350х120, 350х250х100, 495х390х120 mm;
• analog with grill: 390x290x100, 540x390x160 mm;
• bath models with different side heights: 310x430, 580x390, 540x390, with a maximum side height of 29 cm;
• corner products: 430x310x160, 520x380x160, 560x420x180 mm.

The choice of a cat's toilet should be treated thoroughly, because not every product is worthy of purchase. Of course, the budget can be a decisive factor, however, there are times when it is better to pay more for the product to last a long time. You should choose between products with a removable frame and options with a mesh.

Trays without a lattice are inconvenient in that the filler, no matter how good it is, begins to creep behind the legs of the animal. At the same time, the height of the sides will often not play a special role. For example, it will not be able to prevent the spread of filler from sawdust or sand.Such boxes will have to be washed more often than others, simultaneously performing a filler replacement.

Products with a grill can be used with and without filler. They are more convenient for those cats who are accustomed to a tray without filler from childhood. After the animal fulfills its need, the grate is removed and washed immediately. If there is a filler below, it collects liquid and neutralizes an unpleasant odor. If there is a frame, it must be removed for washing.

Products must be made of durable plastic. Kotu is not so much interested in the color of the product as its stability and reliability. The tray should not slide on the floor or bend under the weight of the pet.

This is convenient and eliminates the need to buy a rubber mat under the tray.

You can pay attention to the availability of accessories. For example, it is more convenient to use models with scoops for cleaning waste filler and solid waste. They differ from ordinary blades by the presence of holes. Scoops can be attached to trays or have their own stand.

As for corner models, these products take up a lot of space. They are bought when there is enough space in the toilet to accommodate. As practice shows, such products are not compact at all, and do not save space. The height of their sides is lower in front than on the other two sides.

When buying, you need to consider the size of the product. The cat should not dodge in incredible poses to relieve need. It should have enough space for turning and burying (in the case of trays with filler without a net). Of course, there are pets who go to the toilet while standing, but these cases are rare, and therefore you need to take the free option. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the parameters of length and width, since narrow options can cause misses of the animal.

You need to pay attention to the smell coming from the material of the box. If the plastic will exude a sharp aroma, the cat may not like such a tray. You need to take a product that is made of wear-resistant plastic that does not absorb extraneous odors. As for the edges of the sides, they should not be sharp. Defects in the form of chips or fuzzy shapes are not allowed. Sharp edges can cause injury when washing the tray.

Deep models are good for adult cats, however, for babies it is preferable to choose options easier. After several months of use, such products can be replaced. In this case, the animal will already get used to the location of its pot. The sides for the first toilets may be lower, but not less than 8 cm. If the cat is several months old, it will not be difficult for him to get inside the tray.

Models of cat litter with high sides are different. Options with a removable frame are convenient in that, if necessary, it can be removed, thereby making the tray more spacious. If desired, the tray can be bought to match the concept of the style of the toilet. This will allow the tray not to get out on the general background and, as a result, not to attract increased attention.

Preference can be given to structures with curved sides or different heights of the rear and front sides. In such trays, the granules of the filler used do not fall out of the tank even with intensive digging of the animal. It will be more convenient for a cat to climb into the tray from the side of the front sides.

If a large cat lives at home (for example, Maine Coon), they take a large tray for it. For two cats, buy large boxes with the greatest possible depth. This need is not accidental, because in a small pot the cat will experience inconvenience, raking the filler with a large paw. In addition, the box should be large in itself.

If simplicity of cleaning the tray is important, you can look at the products inside which you can actually put garbage bags. It can be designs with a frame or even simple trays without a grid. But before you get these options, you should pay attention to the behavior of the cat. Some pets are afraid of excessive noise; they may not like the rustling of a bag.

If a cat “from young claws” is accustomed to a tray with a plastic bag, the purchase will be worthwhile. It will be easier for the owner to clean the toilet, change the filler. When purchasing, it is important to inspect the frame locks: they must be reliable. If the frame is poorly fixed, it may fall over during operation.

An overview of the tray with the high sides of the closed type, see below.