I Bought a Decorative Litterbox

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Cat litterboxes have greatly evolved over the years. The first one I bought decades ago was a basic plastic pan. When the lidded type came out I had to have one and would never go back to the open kind. Now you'll find motorized varieties that do the scooping. 

I don't have a self-cleaning litterbox, but I'm happy to have one that doubles as decor. It's perfect for cat parents without a green thumb or where space is limited. I bought the original hidden litter box years ago. 

I Love Hidden Litterboxes!

Before buying my tropical faux plant litterbox I considered one that doubled as a side table. Whoever thought of these was a genius! 

Furniture cat litterboxes are the bomb, and they look remarkably better than plastic. If you can make it work I highly recommend one that doubles as a side table or bench. If I had chosen this option I would have topped it with a thick and comfy pet bed or cushion. It's the perfect height to place beneath a window. 

I ended up with this...
Now that I'm looking again I'm finding many other types and styles of pan enclosures that I didn't know existed. I'm shocked by how much they've improved and how stylish they are now. These weren't available when I was in the market, but now you'll find them with shelving, storage cubbies, attached cat trees, and more. 

My Litterbox Plant

Before seeing it in person I was afraid the actual plant would look fake and cheap, but it's much better than I expected. The funny thing is it looks better than my real potted palm tree, minus a few brown leaves! I also love the fact that I can decorate a low-light location where a live plant wouldn't survive. 

Disguising the Opening

It goes without saying that access is required, so how is it completely hidden? After all, why use a litter pan disguised as a plant if you can still tell it's a litter box? I turn the opening toward the wall and leave just enough space for the cats to get in and out. It's perfect for a corner or beside a bathroom cabinet. Not only does it look better, but turning the entrance around also cuts down on litter tracking. 

When the opening isn't visible, the only way anyone will know the plant is a litterbox is if they can smell the contents. Yes, of course, it still requires scooping. Even the motorized pans aren't completely carefree. You still have to remove and change the waste receptacle liners, and you'll have to do it at least once a day. 

In the end, the cat doesn't care what their toilet looks like as long as it's kept clean and serves the intended purpose. The decorative aspect and ease of cleaning are only important to us humans!

Until next time, 

Kim










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