{"id":41932,"date":"2020-03-24T00:11:41","date_gmt":"2020-03-24T00:11:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catkingpin.com\/?page_id=41932"},"modified":"2023-03-17T15:45:52","modified_gmt":"2023-03-17T15:45:52","slug":"best-litter-box-that-keeps-dogs-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catkingpin.com\/best-litter-box-that-keeps-dogs-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Litter Box That Keeps Dogs Out"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So your dog\u2019s favorite treat is the kind with sprinkles, hm? Yeah, we know the deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You walk out of the room for five minutes and come back to a confetti party of litter in your living room and the main suspect wagging their tail. Much cuter in theory than in reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For some strange reason, dogs can\u2019t seem to keep their noses out of a cat\u2019s litter box to save their life. Something about the sweet scent of cat waste makes a dog go wild.Since we understand your struggle, we\u2019ve compiled a list of the\u00a0<strong>best litter boxes that keep dogs out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve searched high and low, but we did not tire. We looked at almost every litter box on the market to decide on the best one. There are so many different litter box designs that it takes hours to weed through each product\u2019s design and dimensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our four hours of research, we took a trip to a few stores to get a complete picture of each litter box. Next, we spent an hour learning about why dogs love to eat cat poop. We found out that cat poop smells like cat food to them, one of your dog\u2019s other favorite treats, I\u2019m sure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog could also just be exploring his environment. Since they\u2019re scavengers, dogs are known to eat numerous different kinds of poop. They\u2019ll even eat trash or almost anything you put in front of them. It\u2019s almost a compulsion. Instinctual, if you will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the behavior has developed into a habit, it\u2019s called&nbsp;<strong>coprophagia<\/strong>. Doesn\u2019t that sound like such a classy way to say \u201clikes eating poop?\u201d We think it is!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget the reviews either! We spent another two hours researching reviews alone. Experience is everything. That\u2019s a total of seven hours so far.That being said, our top choice is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ut9h67\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arm &amp; Hammer&#8217;s Top Entry Litter<\/a>. You\u2019ll see why below!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;background:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);padding-top:15px;padding-right:15px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:15px;margin-bottom:40px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{background:#ffffff;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kadence-info-box-image-inner-intrisic-container{max-width:101px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kadence-info-box-image-inner-intrisic-container .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic{padding-bottom:100%;width:300px;height:0px;max-width:100%;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#444444;background:#ffffff;border-color:#eeeeee;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:0px;margin-right:20px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#444444;background:#ffffff;border-color:#eeeeee;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-infobox-textcontent .kt-blocks-info-box-text{color:#555555;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{background:transparent;border-color:#555555;border-width:0px 0px 0px 0px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin:10px 0px 10px 0px;}.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{color:#ffffff;background:#444444;border-color:#444444;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box_ce71ab-0d\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-left kt-info-halign-left\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-image-inner-intrisic-container\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-image-intrisic kt-info-animate-none kb-info-box-image-ratio kb-info-box-image-ratio-square\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-image-inner-intrisic\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/catkingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/guarantee-f-e1676260441883.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" class=\"kt-info-box-image wp-image-37684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catkingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/guarantee-f-e1676260441883.png 300w, https:\/\/catkingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/guarantee-f-e1676260441883-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">This content has been reviewed and approved by our in-house Veterinarian for accuracy.<\/p><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nTable could not be displayed.\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-8\">Why You Should Trust Our Review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Including writing the article itself, we\u2019ve spent 10 hours making our list, all the while with one goal in mine: find something for everybody. After choosing a group of products, we dwindled those down to include only those that could help the widest range of situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also stayed away from obviously dangerous designs. You don\u2019t have to worry about that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each dog is different, right? Each of them steal their nasty little treats in different ways. Some like to grab and go while others love to dump the whole box out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this, we tried to give you some options for litter boxes that can help your unique situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-9\">What Features Did We Look For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We wanted to make sure that these litter boxes would really keep your cat out, not just theoretically keep them out. Here are a few things we looked for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Shape &#8211;<\/strong>&nbsp;Shape and design are important in your decision-making because that\u2019s going to be your first line of defense against trespassing puppy noses. For each dog, the shape you need is different.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>Opening &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>To keep your cat\u2019s private business private, you can\u2019t really get away with using a super basic litter box with very low sides and a completely open top.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Height &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>As I touched on with the shape above, the height of your litter box definitely matters. If your dog is tall, you might want a small litter box to put into an area where your dog can\u2019t physically squeeze into.<br><br>On the other side of the coin, your little doggo will be deterred more effectively by a big, tall litter box. We wanted you to have options!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>Price &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>Price was actually a red flag for this topic. The higher the price, the more suspicious we were of their claims to fame.<br><br>Please know that\u2019s not blanketly applicable, but litter boxes are usually more effective when they\u2019re not overcomplicated and over-marketed. You tend to see a lot of automatic litter boxes everywhere when you\u2019re searching for this kind of thing.<br>While those types are truly awesome, they don\u2019t help unless they get to the poop before your dog does. That doesn\u2019t always happen.<br>We also got flooded with options that were basically high-quality standard litter pans. Nothing wrong with that, except they won\u2019t keep dogs out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stability &#8211;<\/strong>&nbsp;We just really wanted to make sure your dog couldn\u2019t knock it over easily, let\u2019s say, with a strong tail or a flair for the mischievous.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-5\">Who is This Litter Box For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The litter boxes that we\u2019ve laid out for you below are for cat owners who have a dog that loves to snack on their cat\u2019s poop. While it\u2019s common and natural for dogs to scavenge, it\u2019s obviously pretty risky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Feces does sometimes contain worms and bacteria. Clearly we want to avoid those, so I know you want your dog to stop eating your cat\u2019s waste. This list is for you, my friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This list isn\u2019t for those of you whose dogs like to throw the litter out of the tray. While these two cat categories have a lot of crossover, they\u2019re different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-6\">How \u200bWe Choose \u200bOur \u200bProducts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to choose our products, we spent a lot of time researching litter boxes. We spent specifically four hours researching the boxes themselves and going to stores, an hour learning why dogs even love cat poop so much, two hours reading reviews, and three hours writing this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a nutshell, that\u2019s how we chose our products for this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We looked at all of your usual go-to pet stores like Petco, Petsmart, Chewy, etc. We also checked out what Target, Walmart, Amazon, and even Etsy had to offer. And, boy, was it a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, after comparing each product\u2019s shape, opening size, height, price, and stability, we dwindled down our list options. We feel our analysis is complete and whole.While we can\u2019t promise you that your dog won\u2019t spend the rest of his days obsessively hunting for cat poop, we can promise you these litter boxes will at least give them a very hard time at it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-7\"><strong>Our Top Choice<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Arm &amp; Hammer Top Entry Litter Pan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XNRRTXB\/ref=as_li_ss_il?coliid=I26HO7CERY13PX&amp;colid=1ILKZOVIEFAM3&amp;psc=1&amp;ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;linkId=1a8afd5e4b59e8958107a16fcbd82343&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B06XNRRTXB&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;language=en_US\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bPROS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u200bTop entry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeps litter off floor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can stack easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tight lid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bCONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Misleading colors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glue from the sticker stays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slippery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ut9h67\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arm &amp; Hammer&#8217;s Top Entry Litter<\/a>&nbsp;box might seem understated to be our number one pick, but it\u2019s exactly for that reason that it\u2019s made it to the top. With the top entry and simple composite, this litter box can prove to be the most useful and versatile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A tiny dog won\u2019t be able to enter because of the top entry. For your large dog, you can put the box on a high surface or raise it yourself with something underneath. The shape and simplicity make it possible to be moved around, lifted, and hidden easily from any size dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most reviews found the box to be sealed tightly, but a handful of reviewers received a litter box with a very wiggly top. Others were irked by the fact that the sticker glue doesn\u2019t come off at all. We know how frustrating that can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the box is exactly what it\u2019s advertised as, a number of customers thought it was \u201ctoo basic\u201d or \u201ctoo simple\u201d of a look or design. Well, that\u2019s exactly right. And, that\u2019s why we love it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ut9h67\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-2\">&nbsp;<strong>Premium Pick<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; Staart Dyad Wooden Cat Litter Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KQ6LB2G\/ref=as_li_ss_il?coliid=I2EY822AFSPC6N&amp;colid=1ILKZOVIEFAM3&amp;ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;linkId=57bb77b1242950e560ec82e6b2e7d871&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B07KQ6LB2G&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;language=en_US\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bPROS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Extremely stylish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doubles as a table<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Totally private space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waterproof coating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bCONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Doesn\u2019t come with tray<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parts arrived damaged or missing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doesn\u2019t send replacement parts&#8211;allegedly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Staar\u2019s Dyad&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dn784n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wooden cat litter box<\/a>&nbsp;is the cutest litter box I\u2019ve ever seen in my whole life. Seriously. It\u2019s essentially a little end table or tiny TV stand with a small hole cut out for your cat to enter. They have a completely private space to themselves with this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The inside has a waterproof coating so that your cat\u2019s waste doesn\u2019t warp or rot the wood. For cats who prefer total privacy, they\u2019ll adore this thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, some of their boxes have come with damaged or missing parts. Users have complained that the company doesn\u2019t send replacement parts, but we\u2019ve seen the company reply to a few comments offering help. So, who\u2019s fibbing? We don\u2019t know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, if you\u2019re concerned about their customer service, I would recommend calling before you purchase to ensure they will send replacement parts if necessary. That way you sort of already have their word, and you don\u2019t have to worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because this is really one cute litter box.A big con some might say is that it doesn\u2019t include the litter tray. The type of tray that fits inside of this box is very standard and very cheap. Something like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Van-Ness-Cat-Pan-Assorted\/dp\/B000084F39\/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=basic+litter+tray&amp;qid=1584886766&amp;sr=8-8\" class=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this<\/a>&nbsp;would do the trick. Easy fix. I wouldn\u2019t let that deter you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dn784n\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-4\"><strong>&nbsp;Budget Friendly&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Petmate Booda Dome Litter Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000MD6JLY\/ref=as_li_ss_il?coliid=IAU7HQ1QWWMS9&amp;colid=1ILKZOVIEFAM3&amp;ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;linkId=d0f8733df1b10d3ff9c7d9788752b5be&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B000MD6JLY&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;language=en_US\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bPROS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Can face towards a corner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Almost completely enclosed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Odor neutralizing filter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vented<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bCONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fit differed for some customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra messy sticker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doesn\u2019t lock closed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xdHsql\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Petmate Booda Dome Litter Box<\/a>&nbsp;is a great budget buy because of its unique shape. Its dome shape helps provide your cat with almost complete privacy. I think this is a great pick to keep dogs out because you can turn it to face the wall in a corner, and your cat can get in. But, not your dog!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The litter box uses a filter that helps neutralize the odor of your cat\u2019s waste. Plus, the back of the box is vented. Fabulous!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over a thousand people just adored this litter box. There were others who absolutely hated the shape. I have to chalk it up to manufacturing errors because it seemed that for every 200 people who loved it, two or three were so upset that they wrote novels about it on reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re not sure why there\u2019s such a big contrast of opinion on (usually) most products. But, if we\u2019re being honest, there is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this one, a miniscule percentage of people were raging angry that this litter box is a two-piece set because somehow, someway, their cat was managing to pee in between the place where the two parts meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Errors absolutely take place from both the manufacturers, but we also can\u2019t promise these people put enough litter or put the box together correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may have. That\u2019s where the manufacturing errors come in. We don\u2019t know which it is for this case, so we just have to give you all of the facts so that you can make the most well-rounded decision possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Something that wasn\u2019t debated was that the sticker pulls off horribly. Ah, well. Bring your Goo Gone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xdHsql\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-12\">Other Choice: Petsafe Scoopfree Ultra Automatic Self Cleaning Hooded Cat Litter Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B016PXH9R2\/ref=as_li_ss_il?coliid=I1LP2I31ZD1E3W&amp;colid=1ILKZOVIEFAM3&amp;ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;linkId=4d8706b0d476a74b4ba1a0bc137155c8&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B016PXH9R2&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;language=en_US\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bPROS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Cleans litter by itself<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don\u2019t have to be home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comes with 2 trays + litter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracks your cat\u2019s bathroom habits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bCONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Crystals don\u2019t absorb moisture perfectly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too small for big guys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Noise of automation can spook cats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doesn\u2019t scoop immediately<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For those of you looking for an automated cat litter box, here\u2019s the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2y25WDs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Petsafe Scoopfree Ultra Automatic Self Cleaning Hooded Cat Litter Box<\/a>. Some people like the automatic ones because, obviously, the box cleans the litter itself&#8230;without you. The Petsafe box comes with crystal litter and two disposable trays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The top has a hood, too. And, since it\u2019s 2020, this litter box can track your cat\u2019s bathroom habits for you. Sweet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason others don\u2019t like an automatic litter box for keeping dogs out is because it doesn\u2019t scoop immediately after your cat leaves the box usually. There\u2019s still a time of vulnerability where your dog could swoop in for the poop.<strong>That\u2019s not a Petsafe con, that\u2019s an automatic litter box con.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specifically for this product, the crystal litter was more of a problem than any actually litter box complaints. The crystal litter was said to create a urine sludge at the bottom. Also, when the box scoops your cat\u2019s mess, people say that the crystals don\u2019t clump or absorb anything, they just smear feces around to a degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A great way to take a much cheaper test run of this product is to switch to the crystal litter before you invest in the litter box. I say this because, again, people disliked the litter required for the box\u2019s use, not so much the litter box itself. If you are happy with the crystals after a week or two, go for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This one has a hood, which is helpful for keeping doggo\u2019s nose out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since this is an electric product, make sure you regularly check that none of the electrical parts are getting wet somehow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2y25WDs\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-3\">Other Choice: Petmate Booda Dome Clean Step Cat Litter Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Petmate-Booda-Litter-Colors-Titanium\/dp\/B0002DH8L4\/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;linkId=99861e789b6b4f04e1a4b6819bc7b99a&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B0002DH8L4&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=catkingpin-20&amp;language=en_US\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bPROS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Almost completely enclosed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step feature cleans cat\u2019s paws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uses a filter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bCONS<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Rare leakage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inconsistent quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filter moves around<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xePiA2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Petmate Booda Dome<\/a>&nbsp;Clean Step Cat Litter Box is a great simple option similar to our budget pick. This one has a set of steps though that help clean your cat\u2019s paws. The steps are accompanied by a ridge that your cat has to go over to get inside, which helps keep puppy out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It uses a filter as well, helping with the odor. Just don\u2019t forget to change it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Same with the budget pick, it\u2019s a two-piece deal: a top and bottom piece. People have said that if your cat aims for the edges, the pee will leak to the floor or flow down the stairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you take a good look at the picture, you\u2019ll see that the top piece covers the bottom close to the floor. We\u2019re sad to say that these people may have gotten a flawed product. Or, they didn\u2019t put litter high enough to cover the space if there is one at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All we know is these few glitches were outnumbered by over 5,000 people who loved the box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2xePiA2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-1\">Care and Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You shouldn\u2019t have to do anything out of the ordinary to care for these litter boxes. Keeping the litter clean and freshly changed should already be part of your routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re new to the game, you should clean your cat\u2019s litter box at least 1-2 times per day. Since you have a poop thief, clean out your cat\u2019s business as soon as you realize it\u2019s there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the litter box you use has a filter, it\u2019ll need to be replaced. You can find out how often by researching your litter box brand. But, if you decide to risk it all and go without the filter, you\u2019re going to want to change your litter more often than if you had one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep an eye on how much poop your dog is ingesting. While there is some danger in eating poop, there\u2019s also danger in eating litter. Litter can block your cat\u2019s system. It\u2019d take a heaping lot of it, like bags, but it\u2019s still something to be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-10\">\u200bAnswers to Common Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does the food that\u2019s supposed to deter dogs really work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It depends on how stubborn your dog is. I wouldn\u2019t count on it solving all of your problems. Sure, some dogs are deterred, but not all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not too many cats particularly enjoy that food anyway, so you might not even be able to get your cat to eat it if he\u2019s picky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It certainly doesn\u2019t hurt to try. Please do. I just want to be realistic in helping you find the most well-rounded solution for you, which usually includes a number of things instead of just one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is it normal behavior for dogs to eat cat poop?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh, yeah. For sure. Dogs are scavengers. The things they\u2019re willing to eat can be pretty gross to us humans. They\u2019ll eat anything from garbage to gravel, including poop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s completely normal for them though. If you notice some weird poop compulsions that are different than usual, it wouldn\u2019t hurt to look into that. Sometimes dogs are eating poop because of a nutrient deficiency. Ask your vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Will it harm my dog to eat cat poop?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure. Eating poop is risky behavior. Are there worms? Bacteria? Litter on it? Who knows!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know your cat is clear of those things, that\u2019s wonderful. Beyond the worms and bacteria, eating large amounts of kitty litter can literally block your kitty\u2019s tummy. Obviously, that\u2019s bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry, they\u2019d have to eat a lot. Like bags. Still, you should know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dog sneaks the occasional poop treat, they should be fine. But, as you clearly are already doing, trying to keep the dog from eating your cat\u2019s litter box contents is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are there any other ways to stop my dog from trying to eat my cat\u2019s poop?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not really. There are stool deterrents, as I mentioned, but I don\u2019t know of many people who have had success. Others put hot sauce or black pepper in the litter (what?) to deter their dog. I don\u2019t know about this one\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hot sauce is pretty intense. Don\u2019t think I\u2019d be putting that anywhere near where my cat\u2019s crotch goes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other than those terrible ideas, making an isolated area for your dog-resistant litter box is your most reliable way of deterring your dog. If you can safely raise your litter box, do it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-13\">\u200bFinal Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, that\u2019s our two cents on what litter boxes help keep dogs out the best. Coupled with a little effort in concealment, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ut9h67\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arm &amp; Hammer&#8217;s Top Entry Litter<\/a>&nbsp;is the most versatile and stable choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The simple top-entry rectangle design makes it as easy to put into different spaces as a large tupperware full of decorations. It\u2019s simplicity is its greatest strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As wonderful as these litter boxes are, they\u2019re not perfect!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have any other tips on keeping a dog out of kitty litter? Please, let your fellow cat lovers in on your secrets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Comment below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Sources:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Why Does My Dog Eat Cat Poop? &#8211;&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/training\/why-does-my-dog-eat-cat-poop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/training\/why-does-my-dog-eat-cat-poop\/<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So your dog\u2019s favorite treat is the kind with sprinkles, hm? Yeah, we know the deal. 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