What is a Self-Cleaning Litter Box?
A self-cleaning litter box is a litter box which is designed to at least partially maintain itself. Since many people do not enjoy the process of cleaning the litter box, a self-cleaning litter box can be a distinct benefit, especially for people who have multiple cats. In addition to being used for cats, self-cleaning litter boxes can also be used for other small animals, like rabbits. There are a number of ways in which a self-cleaning litter box works. In the most basic type, a rake moves across the litter pan at set intervals or right after the animal uses the box. The rake pushes feces into a trough or pail which is lined with a garbage bag, and when clumping litter is used, the rake will also push the clumped urine into the trough. When the bag is full, it can be tied up and discarded. This type of litter box may need to be cleaned periodically, as the rake will not get every last scrap of waste material, but often minimal maintenance is required. The pet owner simply tops off th
