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Everything You Need To Know About Litterboxes

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  Cat perch, interactive toys, elevated feeding bowl... there are just so many things that everyone tells you to buy: but the most important is probably your cat's litterbox.  The Box Itself The wrong litterbox can result in accidents and other issues, sometimes even intestinal issues. That's why its important to make sure you chose the right litterbox. The four most common litterboxes are litter pans (standard), scatter shields (ones that have high walls on 3 sides), covered litter boxes (ones with a top cover) and, of course, the self cleaning litter boxes that probably cost twice the price of the cat itself. The standard litter boxes are perfect. There isn't really any problem for your cat, but there are some issues for us humans. Litter might trail everywhere easily, and odor control might be quite difficult. However, the good old box is still an awesome option, because odor control is usually pretty good with the right litterbox, and you'll need a litter mat anyway
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The Guide to Bringing Your New Kitten Or Cat Home

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All the supplies are here: that fresh litter box, the cat tree, all the toys. There's just one thing missing: the cat itself! In this guide, I'll cover how my experience went and how you can make your cat feel more welcome in your house. 1. Make Sure Your Adjustment Room Is Ready You might be tempted to let your new pet roam the entire house when they arrive, but this might not be the safest option and cause your new pet anxiety. Make sure all the essentials for your new cat is ready in one room, including the litter box, at least one independent toy, food and water bowls, as well as a bed. My kitten never used her bed and we ended up returning it, but every cat is different, so it's up to you if you want to try encouraging your cat to use a bed.  Also, try to keep the litter box at least 3 feet away from the food/water bowls to avoid cross-contamination. Sometimes, some litter can track out of the bin (we'll go over solutions for this another time). 2. When They Get Ho
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