There are many things to consider when choosing the best cat litter box for a small apartment. The best litter box for your cat depends on the size of your apartment, the number of cats in the household, and your personal cat’s needs. Litter boxes come in different types of materials and sizes, and some may be better suited for certain situations than others.
So today, we will be taking a look at some of the best ones on the market right now, along with the things you need to consider before buying.
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What To Look For When Buying A Litter Box For Your Small Apartment
When you look for a litter box for your cat, you want to know what you’re really getting. A big part of that decision hinges on micro-level details—such as the type of litter used, type of container, the height of the box, number of openings, and so on. Here, we’ll discuss a few of the most common litter box options, as well as tips and tricks for choosing the right one for your cat
Odor control
This is an important consideration when purchasing a litter box for your small apartment. The odor from the cat’s waste should not be overwhelming and should not linger in the room for more than a few minutes after he has used the box.
Size and Shape
The size of the litter box should be large enough so that your cat can comfortably use it, yet not so big that he becomes disoriented or feels constrained.
Ease of Cleaning
This is another important consideration when purchasing a litter box for your small apartment. You do not want to have to spend hours cleaning the litter box each week. Ideally, you should be able to clean the box in less than 10 minutes per cleaning. If the box is too hard to clean, then you will end up cleaning it more often which means that the smell will linger in your apartment for longer periods of time.
Aesthetics
The litter box should look good. It should be made out of solid, non-cheap material. It should have a nice design that fits well with the decor of your apartment.
Choosing a box that offers different color choices is advisable.
Best Litter Box For Small Apartment
Here is a list of my recommended litter boxes for use in a small apartment
IRIS Top Entry Cat Litter Box with Cat Litter Scoop
The Top Entry litter box is a stylish solution for cat owners who live in an apartment. It features a sleek, modern design that looks great in any home and is easy to keep clean.
It comes with a lid that has a groove around its edge. This groove is designed to help remove litter from the cat’s paws when he tries to shake off the litter he has been walking in.
The deep pan of this litter box has a large top entryway which makes it easy for the cat to use and easy for you to clean.
Good Pet Stuff Hidden Litter Litter Box
If you live in a small apartment and have a cat, you know how important it is to have a litter box that can fit in with your decor. The Hidden Litter Litter Box is a great solution to this common problem.
This litter box can be hidden in plain sight due to the fact that it looks like a real potted plant.
it features a vented system that helps control odors and dust.
It can be easily cleaned due to the fact that the top portion is detachable and is very easy to reassemble.
Gefryco Foldable Cat Litter Box with Lid, Top Entry Litter Potty with Scoop, Enclosed Drawer Type Anti-Splashing
The Gefryco Foldable Cat Litter Box is a convenient and practical solution for house cat owners who wish to eliminate odors and litter boxes from their homes. This collapsible litter box is easy to set up and store away when not in use.
The collapsible design makes this litter box foldable and portable so you can also take it with you on camping trips, vacations, or even as a pet travel kit.
It is made of high-quality materials that are both durable and easy to clean. It has a unique design that makes cleaning the litter box a breeze! Simply pull out the tray and scoop, remove the cover over the pan, empty the contents into the trash, and replace the cover. The entire process takes less than 30 seconds.
At the time of writing this, it comes in three different colors: Grey, Mint Green, and pink.
pidan Igloo Cat Litter Box Enclosure with lid, High Dome Covered Litter Box House with Modern Minimalist Design
This is the cat litter box you will want to use for all of your cats. It is super easy to put together and looks great in any room of your house. This is NOT an ordinary cat box. The unique design of the box allows the litter to fall through a small opening into a large collection area below when the cat is leaving the tray. This means there is no tracking litter in your carpet or on your floor.
Although this litter box is a little pricey when compared to others on this list, I would say that it is most definitely worth every penny.
One feature of this box that I really like is the fact that it is ‘dog-proof’.
Since most dogs love to get a little ‘treat’ from out of the cat’s trays, pidan have designed this tray to be totally inaccessible to dogs.
Van Ness Corner Enclosed Cat Pan
The Van Ness Corner Cat Litter Box is the ultimate solution for cat owners who want to eliminate litter box odors, but don’t have the room or desire to install a conventional litter box in their home.
This litter box is designed to fit in any corner of your home and is the perfect solution for anyone with a cat that needs to be trained to use a litter box. The litter box has an odor-eliminating sealed door with a replaceable zeolite air filter.
This cat pan has an odor and stain-resistant finish that is easy to clean. It is made of heavy plastic and has a high-quality design that will save you time in cleaning and caring for your cat’s litter box.
Good’n’Fun Advanced High Sided Corner Litter Box
A simple, yet effective design that is made with high-quality materials and will easily fit into any corner of your home.
Due to the high sides of the tray, it is perfect for those kitties that love to fling cat litter everywhere.
I wouldn’t usually recommend such a large tray for a small apartment, however, this one gets a pass as it is designed to fit snuggly into the corner of the room.
There are no extra, fancy features to this tray (such as self-sifting or odor filters), but if you are just looking for a cheap tray that will stop your cat from throwing litter everywhere, this is the tray for you.
Petmate Booda Dome Clean Step Cat Litter Box
The Booda Dome is a revolutionary cat litter box that keeps cats happy and out of your hair. It’s easy to use – just pour some cat litter into the bottom, and put the lid on. The domed shape prevents litter from being scattered on the floor and helps contain odor. When your cat uses the litter box, he or she steps on the step-like ridges which remove litter from the box. The grooved edges of the step-like ridges gently sweep away litter as your cat steps out, keeping the box clean.
The dome on this pan has a charcoal filter that keeps odors to a minimum. The bottom of the pan is made of an easy-clean material, and the step design makes cleaning the pan a breeze.
FAQ
Where Should I Put The Litter Box In My Small Apartment?
I like to keep the cat box in the bathroom, but that is just a matter of preference. It is also important to keep the cat box in a quiet place so that the cat feels secure in going to the bathroom in it.
An important factor in choosing a good location for the cat box is to make sure that the cat can access the litter box easily. The litter box should not be in an area that the cat has to climb over anything to get access to it.
How Do I Prevent Cat Litter From Being Everywhere In My Apartment?
This is a common problem for many people.
The solution to this problem is not to have a cat. Ok, just kidding.
As cat owners, we know there is no way to prevent cat litter from being tracked. All we can do to reduce the mess is to clean it up afterward. What I have found to be most effective is to use a cat litter mat at the cat’s entrance.
How To Get Rid Of Litter Box Odors In Your Apartment
Litter box odor is a rather unpleasant problem. If it’s only a minor issue, you may be able to tolerate it, but if the smell is starting to get on your nerves, there are a number of things you can do to eliminate it. And, with a bit of experimentation and research, you’ll find lots of things that will work well for you.
While many people blame the cat for litter box odor, the odor is actually a combination of gases and chemicals from the litter itself. The cat’s urine breaks down the litter, and the cat’s feces break down the odor-causing chemicals.
When it comes to dealing with litter box odor, prevention is the best medicine.
The key to preventing litter box odor is to scoop out the poop on a daily basis and to change the litter on a regular basis. If you have multiple cats, you need to scoop the poop at least once a day, and the litter should be changed regularly. Or just get yourself a decent auto sifting litter box.
How frequently you clean the box depends on the number of cats that are using it. If you have a few cats using it, you may only have to clean the box weekly. If you have cats that are using multiple boxes, you may have to clean them daily.
Conclusion
In summary, when purchasing a litter box for your small apartment, you should consider these points: It should be easy to clean. It should be large enough for the cat to comfortably use. It should have good odor control. It should be made out of a non-cheap material. It should have a nice design. It should be covered when not in use.
My name is Ben and I am a cat lover. I’m not a professional writer or a doctor or an expert of any kind on anything. But I am a guy who likes to share what little knowledge and experience I have with others.
