If your cat's litter habits change, be sure to have it examined by a veterinarian to first rule out any medical problems. Once you have ruled out a medical condition, make sure that it's not the litter box itself that is dissuading your cat.

A cat box is a necessary evil for a cat loving family. Ugly and messy, we put up with them day after day. If you love your kitty there is no other choice, right? Well, thanks to the development of cat furniture, you have the possibility for a wonderful upgrade from the old litter box.

You may have the cat litter box in a far away corner, down in the laundry room or even in the basement. Although the main reason for putting it out of the way may be to hide it, it also provides a useful purpose, a place of privacy for you kitty. In some large homes this may be easy to do. But many cat owners today live in smaller, modest homes that can not quite support the needs of both the cat and the owner.

So if you don't have a basement or if you don't want the litter box in the bathroom, what are you going to do? No one likes to see a litter box out in the open. This is not going to be visually pleasing to you and your guests. The cat will not appreciate it either as there is very little privacy when placed this way. The answer to this ongoing problem is cat litter furniture. Now you can hide the cat litter box inside a beautiful piece of solid wood furniture. This will solve the problem of both the cats privacy as the box is hidden inside the cabinet, and the owner who can now place the litter box anywhere in the house. Cat litter furniture looks beautiful and can double as a functional end table.

Cat litter furniture can accommodate the decor of any home with the many colors and styles available. The cat litter cabinet is one of the most popular. This type hides the cat box inside a wood cabinet. It is very versatile as there is easy access to the inside with openings on the sides. There is also ease of access to the inside for cleaning and because it serves multiple purposes it can be useful to all. The size of the litter cabinet is based on the size of the cat and the litter box. The best thing about this unit is the fact that it can be placed anywhere in the house. You can place books, knick-knacks or anything else on top just like an end table or book case.

When you decide to switch out the old litter box, you need to take a few things into consideration. Of course the optimal time to put in a new litter box is when your cat is a kitten. If you switch out the litter box on an older cat just be sure to make the transition a slow one. It would be a good idea to keep both litter boxes available at the same time while your kitty adjusts to the new one. Another idea would be to just place the cabinet in the desired location while you slowly move the litter box closer and closer until it is finally placed inside the cabinet. Give your kitty praise when you see him use the new cat furniture and always keep it clean as possible!

The most important thing about your cat litter furniture is that it is a barometer of your cat health. If you notice your kitty is not making his regular visits to the box then something is up! You may notice that you cat has a case of diarrhoea. This would indicate a definite problem is at hand. Sometimes a cat will even lay down in it's cat box, this is a sign of possible serious sickness or other problems as cats usually have very clean habits. If you notice any of these signs or symptoms you should be sure to contact your vet.

Now, go shopping for a great new piece of cat litter furniture!

David Lee is owner and designer of several pet web sites promoting health and responsible pet ownership. See his sites for more information on cat health, cat kidney disease and Pet steps For dog lovers tips on German Shepherd training

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Description

Price

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All-in-One Kitty Care Center (All-in-One litter containment)
This unit has a litter cabinet on the lowest level, play area at the center, feeding station and two large 18" measured diagonally sleeping trays at the top! There are plenty of scratching areas too-four altogether with options for adding more!
Item No. All_In_One_Kitty_Care_Cente

$498.16

2.

All-in-One Kitty Care Center 3 Seater (All-in-One litter containment)
This unit offers everything your cat could ever need in one stylish piece of cat furniture! This unit features a litter cabinet on the lowest level, play area at the center, feeding station and three large 18 x 18 sleeping trays at the top! There are plenty of scratching areas too-four altogether with options for adding more!
Item No. All_in_One_Kitty_Care_Center_3_Seater

$561.60

3.

Deluxe Poop-Box-A-Roo
Deluxe-Poop-Box-A-Roo Our deluxe litter cabinet. Why not give your kitties the privacy they deserve while disguising the litterbox? The Cat litterbox is completely carpeted with a polyurethaned interior to eliminate odor and to make cleanup a snap.
Item No. Deluxe_Poop_Box_A_Roo

$351.52

4.

Poop-Box-A-Roo
Why not give your kitties the privacy they deserve while disguising the litterbox? The Cat litterbox is completely carpeted with a polyurethaned interior to eliminate odor and to make cleanup a snap.
Item No. Poop_Box_A_Roo

$289.12

5.

Primitive Rustic Litter Box Cabinet
This gorgeous Primitive Wood Litter Cabinet not only conceals your cat's litter pan, but complements the design style of your rustic decor.
Item No. Primitive_Rustic_Litter_Box_Cabinet

$690.56

6.

Purrfect PoopHaus (3 seater ,all in one litter containment)
The Purrfect Poophaus features a litter cabinet on the lowest level, a play area with kitty condo at the top And 3 LARGE 18”seats! measured diagonally There are also 7 scratching areas- 4 on the bottom and 3 at the top
Item No. Purrfect_PoopHaus

$456.56

7.

Rustic Saguaro Rib Litter Cabinet - Double Door - With Drawer
Experience the rugged beauty of the Wild West in your home with our new Rustic Alder Litterbox Cabinet with Sagauro Ribs· This unit has 2 doors and a drawer
Item No. Saguaro_Rib_Double_Door_With_Drawer

$561.60

8.

Rustic Saguaro Rib Litter Cabinet - Single Door - No Drawer
Experience the rugged beauty of the Wild West in your home with our new Single Door Rustic Alder Litterbox Cabinet with Sagauro Ribs·
Item No. Saguaro_Rib_Double_Door_No_Drawer

$457.60

9.

Style A One Door Classic Litter Box Cabinet
This upscale and unique litter box solves your problems with unsightly litter boxes. Enhance your decor and hide your cat's litter box with this custom made litter box cabinet. Made from solid pine, this custom pet furniture and cat litter box is attractive enough to be placed anywhere in your home. Only you and your cat know its secret! Ideally suited for small homes, apartments and condominiums.
Item No. HTA

$360.00

10.

Style C One Door Classic Litter Cabinet
Suited for small to medium sized cats. Has interior shelf and compartment for bags. Holds a standard Van Ness litter pan (18.5" L x 15" W x 5" D). Dual entrances are 11" from floor.
Item No. HTC

$360.00

11.

Style E Two Door Classic Litter Cabinet
Suited for large or multiple cat families. No interior shelf allows extra head room for large cats. Compartment for bags included. Dual openings are 11" from floor. Holds a plastic 32 qt. Sterilite container (23" L x 16" W x 6" D).
Item No. HTE

$395.00

12.

Style ES Two Door Classic Litter Cabinet Slat Doors and Back Trim
Suited for large or multiple cat families. No interior shelf allows extra head room for large cats. Compartment for bags included. Dual openings are 11" from floor. Holds a plastic 32 qt. Sterilite container (23" L x 16" W x 6" D).
Item No. HTES

$410.00

13.

Style T Two Door Classic Litter Cabinet
Steps are available but are used primarily for older, inactive cats. Designed for very large cats or cats that spray or stand up to pee. Also ideally suited for cats that like to scratch, scratch and scratch! Holds a plastic 56 qt. Sterilite container (23" L x 16" W x 12" D). Compartment for bags included. Dual openings are 15" from floor. Normal, active cats have no problem getting into this pan. Steps are for
Item No. HTT

$445.00

14.

Style TS Two Door Classic Litter Cabinet Slat Doors and Back Trim
Steps are available but are used primarily for older, inactive cats. Designed for very large cats or cats that spray or stand up to pee. Also ideally suited for cats that like to scratch, scratch and scratch! Holds a plastic 56 qt. Sterilite container (23" L x 16" W x 12" D). Compartment for bags included. Dual openings are 15" from floor. Normal, active cats have no problem getting into this pan. Steps are f
Item No. HTTS

$460.00

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