LitterMaid Plus Self-Cleaning Litter Box LM 980 Mega

I purchased the LitterMaid Self-Cleaning Litter Box excited to not have to clean the box. I was not disappointed.

I HAVE NEVER BEEN MORE HAPPY!!

The celebration began.

The LitterMaid is amazing, and my cats have loved it. I have used it with three cats, and now use it with one. It has worked well both ways.

Three cats definitely worked it harder, but the results were still good. Having just one cat has been a breeze for it.

The unit is larger than some boxes so you need to make sure that you have a space picked out for it.

The measurements are:

17.7x9.8x28 inches

My one cat weighed almost 25lbs. He was a beautiful boy who loved the LitterMaid. His girth filled the box, but he made it work. So even though it is recommended for cats 15lbs or less it can fit a larger cat.

There is some tracking of the litter, but that is pretty consistent with any litter box. LitterMaid has tried to minimize the tracking litter problem by providing a carpeted ramp which does help the problem. However, the ramp does make the total measurements of the box even larger. Something to consider, but you do not have to install the ramp. You can put a piece of all weather carpet down in its place. Use an all weather piece of carpet so it can easily be washed off if need be. You know, crap happens.

The LitterMaid comes with some starter waste receptacles. I have found that the receptacles can be reused. In fact it is possible to use plastic grocery bags set into the receptacle and then you just have to lift out the bag and put in a clean one. This saves some money on receptacle buying and really does work well. You can buy new receptacles at just about any store that carries pet supplies.

Only premium hard clumping litter will work in the LitterMaid. Trust me I have tried some other litter and it was not a success. I use Scoop Away Complete Performance and it works great.

LitterMaid suggests using:

Littermaid Premium Clumping Cat Litter

World's Best 00558 Cat Litter, Clumping Formula, 34 Pounds (Packaging Varies)
Arm & Hammer Super Scoop Clumping Litter, Unscented, 20-Pounds

Fresh Step Premium Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter Multiple Cat Strength

Ever Clean Multiple Cat Premium Clumping Cat Litter

Just remember that there is no way around this one, use the right litter for the job.

The LitterMaid comes with and AC adapter and takes batteries as a backup power supply. I am not sure why you really need a backup power supply, but it is there if you have action when your power goes off.

It also came with a scoop and rake cleaner. I thought it odd that they would include a scoop when I had no intention of ever scooping again. Apparently there are times when you need to move the litter around or just give the box a good cleaning. I do on occasion have to use the rake cleaner, which is a little brush, because debris can get stuck between the rake prongs. This really doesn’t happen very often, but it is nice to have the brush just in case.

The automatic rake can seem a little frightening; however, it has a safety feature where it will stop if it comes into contact with anything. The motion sensors allow your cat plenty of time to get in, get business done and get out. No problem there.

LitterMaid suggests acclimating your cat and I do think some cats may be a little startled when it goes off. However, they love a clean box so they will appreciate that.

It is not the quietest think in the world so you might have to acclimate yourself to the sound. I have it in my bedroom and I do not even notice it going off. Frankly, I do not remember it ever being a problem for me, but it does make noise.

LitterMaid Plus Self-Cleaning Litter Box  Lm980 Mega Product Features:

Designed for Multi cat households under 15 pounds.

Extra high walls to keep waste inside the box and off the floor

Removable automatic rake for easy cleaning

Motion sensors that activate cleaning cycle, safety bar to stop rake in case of blockage

Dual Power Option that runs on current or 8 D batteries

The sun does shine, and the cats do go, even in the LitterMaid.

You will be loved too if you give your cat a LitterMaid Litter Box.