Tidy Cats Breeze XL litter system initial review
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- Опубліковано 2 січ 2020
- Tired of litter dust? Sick of hauling heavy litter scoopings? Spending $$$ on clumping litter? Maybe try the Breeze system.
I've used the standard Breeze litter system for over a year now, but the new XL version just came out and I'm excited to try it since I have one big, picky cat that has trouble with normal size litter boxes.
I couldn't find any ratings or reviews online for the new XL system so I'm doing my own since Tidy Cats has a money back satisfaction guarantee. I've never done this before so I hope it's not too awkward. Anyway, hope this video will be helpful to you. ;-)
(No, this video isn't sponsored and I'm not affiliated with Tidy Cats in anyway... I'm just really happy to have found a litter system that's low maintenance and cheaper for me than the traditional method.) - Домашні улюбленці та дикі тварини
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Knowing that the pad size is the same was the main thing I wasn't seeing on Amazon. Thanks!
I was worried about that, too! I was pleased to find out I could still use the ones I bought for the smaller unit with it.
Thank you for your video, I know it's been quite a while but as a fellow concerned cat parent, I try to do my research on any product that could make my (and my cat's) life easier. There are still not many videos about this litter box out there, but yours is all I needed! Thank you, for seeing a void and filling it with great content. ❤
Thank you for this review it was extremely helpful. You did a great job on recording it. The video covered all of my questions and was logical and smooth. Your cats are lovely I was glad they were able to give a live “demonstration”.
Lol! Thanks, I'm glad it was helpful to you. It feels so awkward watching it playback, but I'm really unused to recording myself so I guess that's par for course. 😸 The kitties, on the other hand, are very used to the camera and always happy to help 'mom' out. 😁
Great video - thank you for the comparison! I also loved that your cat provided a demo. :) Thank you again!
You're welcome! I hope it was helpful. Once I'm done moving house I plan to do another video of maintenance and deep cleaning the unit. Take care and stay well! :-)
I had to laugh when you protected your cat's privacy. Nice video -- especially good for a first-timer. I just ordered an XL to put next to my original just as you have done. I lost my scoop; you gave good advice there. Actually, I didn't lose it! My feline helpers carted it off somewhere -- I'll probably find it under a bed along with twenty-five toy mice and rollers. Cats are so funny! Thanks again for the good vid.
I'm so happy it helped! I've received a lot of really good feedback and insightful questions in the comments throughout the years. I still hope to make a long term follow up video and include some of the most memorable and helpful comments in it.
Thank you so much for making this video
I have two cats and I have been using the XL Breeze system for a month now. The cats like it, no more tracking litter and NO DUST!! I use the Amazon pee pads and they work just fine. One of the cats is a litter flinger and the high sides let her scratch in peace and not throw litter all over the place like she did with clay litter. I am sold on Breeze.
I'm so glad it worked out for you! I've tried many litters and boxes and the breeze has definitely been the best balance of cost, maintenance, and cleanliness for me so far.
Love the “live demo”!!! ❤️😂
I have been considered getting one and concerned about the size, so this is perfect! Thanks so much for the review!
Haha! Toby is such a little helper. Glad you found it helpful! Good luck on your littter box adventures. 😉
I'm also thanking you for this review and comparison because now I know I want the xl system for sure!!!
Beautiful cat family and we appreciate the review!
Haha great job Toby with ur live demo, it definitey deserved a like!👍
Thanks so much! Toby is always willing to lend a paw. 😸
Wonderful review and thank for your view on it. Pretty cats.
Thanks for the live demo Toby! Thank you for the video!! 😂
Yes, Toby is always willing lend a helping paw. 😸 You're very welcome. I hope it was helpful.
Thanks for the video! I’ve had two of the smaller ones since I got my kitties 3 1/2 years ago. I love them! But one of my kitties is a ragdoll and a bit big for the box. I saw the big one at petsmart last night and decided to research it. Your video was the first to pop up. Looks great!!! Think I’m taking a trip back to the store today.
Great to hear! Yeah, it's been working really well for my big fur babies. I'm planning to do one more vid showing a break down and deep clean of the system, but it's pretty much the same process as the smaller size. Glad the vids were of help to you!
Great job on the review! I will now buy this litter box .
You should make more videos! Very informative!
Thank you very much! I've considered making more videos, but I'm undecided what to feature. Wish I'd thought to record my experiences with some of those mail order litter/box services I tried before getting the the Breeze.
Great, thorough, & informative review! Thank you!
Thank you for the feedback! I hope it helps. 😁
Great video. Thanks for sharing. I have two cats and am interested in trying this system. The fact that it is bigger with the XL system makes it easier for kitties to use. Thanks again great job for your first video review!
Thank you! I hope it works out well for you and your kitties. The one piece of advice I really recommend is getting a plastic kennel pan or other waterproof service big enough to set the whole unit on just in case the pad tray overflows before you regularly change it out. As an owner of some biiig kitties who drink a lot of water sometimes the pad can get really oversaturated before I change it out on the weekends. I try to check it every day, but sometimes I just get busy and forget. If the tray overflows it can spill out onto the floor since the base is open under where the tray fit slides in. Just a heads up for you.
my sister has 4 cats and loves it. thinking of getting it for my 2 cats. so tired of litter everywhere.
Thank u for the review I've got a scoop away self cleaning but my one cat won't turn around to pee so he ends up peeing outside of the box figured a nice xl would help
That's adorable that he tested it for you! Thanks for the review! I use the smaller one, but my girl pees over the edge sometimes.
He's my little helper ❤️
I upgraded to the XL for that very reason. One of my cats would consistently pee or poop over the side because the box was just a little too small for him.
thanks for sharing. Was good to see the size differences.
Thank you for this wonderful review!
You're very welcome! Hope it was helpful!
Awesome job, I know you posted this awhile ago but thanks. I am moving from litter robot to traditional and definitely going with XL for my sumo boy.
Hello! Thank you. I hope it helped. I've been trying to find time to make one more long-term use video review and go over some of the suggestions viewers have made over the years.
I've never used any of the litter robots before. May I ask why you're going back to a manual system?
Thank you so much for this review!! Great video, cats are cute, and the demo was a nice touch.
My senior cat was doing the same thing and I'm glad to know it is worth it
Please do a follow up video. I’m not sure if I like the design of the smaller sifting space. I’m curious how messy it will be
Thanks for the comment, Erin. I think I will do another video in a week or so with a follow up review. I was a little concerned about the position of the grated area as well, but it seems well-centered over the pad tray. I think the only extra maintenance may be wiping down the tapered area more often. I'll let you know how it goes! Thanks
Heeeey Toby. ❤️ This was helpful! Thanks!
I took the top off my small system so her head didn't keep her from going into the box all the way. Her head would touch the hood and her butt would hang over the edge and pee everywhere. So far with the top removed only one accident in a month. I still may upgrade to the xl. This video is very helpful.
Yeah, none of my kitties like hooded systems; they're always too small for them. But the walls on the XL are great since sometimes the boys don't squat all the way and the walls keep their pee from shooting over the side onto the floor. Not as much of an issue with girl-kitties, but the walls also help with keeping the litter inside as well when they're digging in it. Glad it was helpful! Thanks!
Thank you for making this video now I have some thing to give me a good idea as to whether or not I should buy this litter box
Glad it helped! If you have any questions about it, feel free to ask. Or just browse the other comments; there have been some really good questions and discussion regarding the litter system.
Toby is a cutie!
BTW, Amazon sells the SatisPet cat litter scoop which is almost identical to the Breeze scoop, except the top edge has three holes instead of four.(I bought one to have an extra scoop.)
Oh nice! Thanks for sharing!
Gotta say, Toby is probably my favorite 'child' of them all. He's such a good boy!
Thank you Toby! My cat is same color same size will also love XL better than regular one
Thank you, you did a great job
Thanks sooo much for review helped a lot going to purchase right now . I have eight fur babies most large and they really need the larger breeze box. I have the original smaller size and I did let purina know that the litter box should be made larger, because cats prefer more room no matter there size. And I prefer not to clean up and more messes : ) thanks again.
Awesome! Hope it works out great for you and them! 😸😸😸😸😸😸😸😸😁
Thanks for this video. I’m upgrading today.
You're welcome! I hope it works really well for you!
I like the way Toby jumped out of the new box not by the entry way. Going to buy this system for my big boy he is about 20 lbs as big as a racoon
😆 Yeah, he's got a cute little bunny hop. He uses the entry point more often now, but occasionally he just pops out over the wall. The XL will definitely be big enough for your 20lb "raccoon" since it gives my 22lb "Garfield" plenty of room to maneuver. 😁
Great video! Very informative, and the live demo by Toby was impressive. Is Toby a member of the Cat Actors' Guild...?
For your first video, looks like you and your troupe (pride) are off to a big career on YT. Keep up the good work!
And hug your kitties for me.
Thank you for the feedback! I hope it helps a lot of people find better litter box options. Toby is the most people-motivated of my kitties and always hangs around whatever I'm working on. I'd like to do a couple more cat product reviews, but I just haven't had the time to do them. 🤞
Great job on your debut review! I’m using the hooded breeze with pine pellets. It doesn’t sift as well as I’d like and had to make a front shield to keep pee off the floor.
The high walls on the xl look promising but the entry is still shallow.
Thank you! I place the whole unit on a laminated foam core board just in case there is a little accident (hasn't happened yet tho). Have you ever tried top-entry litter boxes? I was thinking that it'd be easy to use some 1/4" wood to build a bottomless box over the XL system and cut a top entry point if necessary to prevent any 'misses'.
Good luck to you!
@@TheArtymuse Thanks. I considered the top entries but I was most attracted to the slide back hood on the Breeze because you don't have to remove it for cleaning. The diy shield worked out fine but the front rim still gets messy. I'm exploring options to make it deeper while keeping the hood. I'm also working on a bottom "drawer" for dumping the used pine.
Can you measure the opening for this cat box? thank you
I’d like to use pine with this larger box, too. But I wondered if it’d work as so much of the bottom doesn’t have the slats. The pellets dissolve, but do they just sit there? The larger problem though is finding a bottom pan for underneath. inov8ve, have you bought the XK and found one?
your video was GREAT, Thanks.
Thank you! I hope it helped.
Thank you for this helpful video! I'll be ordering it now =)
You're very welcome! I hope it works out well for your kitty. But if they don't like for any reason, remember it has a 30 day money back guarantee. Good luck!
Darn, I just ordered the smaller one. I may return it and get this taller one, it looks better!!!! Thank you, I have three cats and two are much bigger and overshoot my current box. Great Video!
Thanks! Yeah, I'd recommend trading it in for the XL if you any kitties that "overshoot" the box. My big Garfield kitty had that issue a lot, but not even once after we started using the XL boxes.
Your fur-babies are so cute! 😻😻 Thanks for the review!! It’s appreciated 😸
Thank you! They definitely use their cuteness to their advantage. 😸
Thanks for the review I purchased one for my 8 cats 5 of them are kittens but I need to get them started soon thanks again for the video
Cool. You're welcome! If you use the Breeze for kittens I highly recommend starting out with paper or pine pellet litter in case they accidently swallow any. Kittens especially like to play with the pellets and tend to be mouthy until they grow up some. Also, the entrance might be a little high for the kittens depending on how big they are so you might want to put something down in front of it for them to use as a step up or ramp.
Cats can also get territorial over litter boxes so I suggest having at least one box per cat to avoid accidents. I used to have two boxes for 4 cats and one of them started peeing on my bed (-_-) until I got two more boxes so everyone had their own. But sometimes you luck out and they share with no issues. Best of luck to you and your fur-babies!
So funny! My cats are very bashful when they go to the bathroom. Beautiful cats!
Lol! Thanks. Mine have no shame whatsoever. 🤣
good job. thanks for the informative video. your toby looks very much like my jaspurr (same colors and markings) :)
Thank you! I still hope to do a long term review video. It's just been so busy lately.
Thanks for the review. My 10.4 lb female cat has been using the smaller breeze and she pees a little on the kitchen floor sometimes. And she gets pine pellets on the floor also. I recommend pine pellets. Much cheaper and cats love them.
I've seen a lot of comments recommend pine pellets. I've been using them under all my Breeze systems for over a year now and it saves so much money not needing to buy pads. Great suggestion!
@@TheArtymuse new sub. I currently use pine pellets in the three tier sifting set up. (Equine Pellets $6/40 lb bag at Tractor Supply.)
How do you use the Breeze system without the puppy pads?
Thank you for this! I have a big boy (who I'm pretty sure is part Mountain Cat) who needs more space, and I hadn't seen any reviews until yours. You definitely helped me make up my mind. :)
Yay! I'm glad! I just bought myself a second XL last month and the cashier was fine with me popping the box open to get the coupon book inside to use for my purchase. ;-) Best of luck!
Very awesome video. You did great. I’m adopting a kitten or adult cat this Saturday. I had two cats many years ago but they passed and I wish this was available back then lol. Thank you!
Thank you. And that is great to hear! I'm currently fostering a couple kittens but it's been hard to find adopters lately. I always recommend people adopt two cats instead of one if they don't already have one at home. Unless it's an older cat that just prefers being on its own. One cat, or especially kitten, on its own is more likely to get bored and destructive. The Kitten Lady here on UA-cam just recently made a really good video about it. Anyway, best of luck to you and your future fur baby(ies). 😸
@@TheArtymuse thank you so much! I did have a question and I’m sorry. Lol. Can I just use this for my new cat or should I get a regular litter and then get this?
@@mrreddington777 Good question. I would ask their foster what litter they're already used to. If it's a pellet type I think they'll adjust quickly to the Breeze. If it's clay or crystal litter you'll probably need to set up a standard litter box with some of that next to the Breeze just so you don't risk accidents. Once you notice them trying out the Breeze system stop cleaning out the standard box. They should migrate to the cleaner Breeze system. Once you feel confident they're using the Breeze okay just remove the standard litter box completely.
@@TheArtymuse you rock! Thanks again!
@@mrreddington777 My pleasure to help out another cat parent! I've received a lot of good cat advice from strangers on UA-cam, so I try to pass it along whenever I can. 😉
I just ordered this and it should be arriving today! I was wondering how it worked and if it only used 1 or 2 pads at a time. Thanks for the review! Also, Amazon has knock off pee pads that are way cheaper than brand and work just as well. Thanks again!
Awesome! I hope it works out well for you and kitty! Many people have also recommended using pine pellet litter with the Breeze. Cheaper with great odor control, but a little more clean up since the pellets break down into saw dust which will get on the floor when kitty exits the box. You could also just use pine pellets in the tray instead of pee pads; absorbs a lot, controls odor, and very environmentally friendly. Best of luck!
@@TheArtymuse thank you! I wondered how not using the pad would work. More pine pellets!
Great demo video from Toby & his mom!! Cute quick cameo from Sonia too! 👍🐱 Can I use regular clumping cat litter? I would like this for my big large kitty. Thanks!!
HI! Unfortunately clumping litter will not work with this system since it is designed to function by letting the urine drain through the inner pan to be absorbed by the pee pad below. Pellet litter is used because smaller litters will just fall through the drainage area and clumping litter would clog up the grate. It's best to get your cat used to a pellet litter, like recycled paper or pine, by mixing it into their current litter more and more. Once they're going on mostly pellets, set up the Breeze system next to their old box and stop cleaning their old litter box. Kitty should naturally migrate to using the new, cleaner Breeze system. I guess you could use clumping litter in the pee pad tray instead of the pad, but that can be a litter messier to clean up when it comes time to change it out. Hope that helps!
@@TheArtymuse thanks! I really like the size & height of the box. That's it. Lol. I could always duck tape the grate... I tend to re- engineer stuff. 👍
@@ny_gsdluver6227 Gotcha! But to save you some money I recommend going to a hardware store like Home Depot or Lowe's and picking up a cement/mortar mix tub instead. They're big, deep, durable, and much cheaper than the big litter boxes at the pet store. I was using one prior to switching to the Breeze system.
Here's a link to the one I used.
www.homedepot.com/p/Large-Mixing-Tub-26101/301943160
@@TheArtymuse awesome! Thank you so much! Great idea & much cheaper than the Tidy system! Lol
Thank you.
Good job
Thank you! 😊
You did amazing 😉 thank you
Thank you so much! I hope to do a another quick update video of deep cleaning the unit, but it's been a busy month.
Great video! I have been using the regular size breeze systems for years and love them! Just wondering what happens when they pee on the side that doesn't have the holes. Seems like the urine would just sit on the green part and not drain to the pad. Would love to hear what you have experienced. thank you!
Hi Cindy! The inner green pan is sloped down toward the grate part so it does drain properly onto the pad below. It does get a little dirty after a while, but I just use a Lysol wipe to clean up the inner pan every time I change out the pee pad. I just shift all the pellets to one side then the other to wipe the exposed surface.
I just put my big one together that I had been sitting on for a couple of weeks while we get our bathrooms renovated. My cat was due for a larger size, however, I don’t like that the outer wall doesn’t have a lock system to the tray like the original. I’ll have to wait and see if it gets knocked off. Crossing fingers!
I worried a little about that too at first, but my cats have been using it for years now and they've never knocked the wall piece off, even when vaulting over it out of the box. The lip of the wall is pretty deep and sits snugly on the litter tray edge. But only time will tell. Good luck!
My wife and I had 28 cats after hurricane Michael came through Florida in 2018. People in the apartment complex behind our home left the area but also left their cats behind. I know this because many had chips and the address was a unit in the complex. Anyway, back to the point of this. We tried Breeze after three months of regular litter. We had half Breeze and half litter. Almost all of the cats used the regular litter. Switched to all Breeze and some were going outside the box. We also found that if a cat has loose stools or diarrhea you had to remove far more of the breeze to clean out the mess. You also go through a lot of pee pads. After trying this for a month the cost of using Tidy Cats Breeze was considerably more than Purina Clumping litter.
Thank you for looking out for all those kitties! I hate it when people abandon their pets.
There are definitely less expensive litter options out there and I have found that the Breeze works best when there's only one or two cats per box. I have three boxes for four cats myself. There are many cats who just don't like the big pellet litter, usually because they have sensitive paws and prefer softer, finer litter. I'm lucky that all of mine adapted pretty fast since I hate the litter tracking of finer litter. I hope you were able to take the Breeze boxes back for a refund. My super cheap fall back set up is those big, black mortar mix tubs from the hardware store with pine or Crystal litter. Have you tried the sifting type litter boxes with clumping litter before? I've heard those are quick to clean, but haven't given them a try yet.
I use Members Mark 23” by 24” pee pads from Amazon. 120 in a box. Much larger and cheaper. They’re also sold by Sams Club. Plus I found a plastic litter box container that fits perfectly under my breeze. It’s about 6 inches deep. I took the little tray out. I use pine pellets and don’t change the pad until the sawdust is about 5 or 6 inches high.
I've found some large shallow trays at the hardware store for cheap that work well as substitute under trays too. Probably my biggest gripe about the Breeze system is how low the sides of the pad tray are. But it's nice that the base is open under it so we can adjust the setup a bit.
What size litter box container did you put underneath? Are using the breeze XL? Is the litter container, a litter box or something different? Thx
You have Cute Cats😻😻
I wish I had known about this xl system a long time ago. I got rid of the old one when my senior cat died. I got a huge stainless steel Litter box for my new ,big cat and I hate clay Litter tracking everywhere. I just ordered this today. Hopefully my cat adjusts to the feline pine. This system with feline pine, is the best,and most economical! It will take a week for the breeze to arrive. I'll start adding feline pine to her clay Litter in the meantime
I hear you there. I almost got rid of my small one, but it came in very handy when I started fostering kittens. Letting them get used to traditional litter boxes along side the Breeze system really helps them be able to adapt to whatever setup their new home is going to have. I used the feline pine pellets for a while, but got tired of having to clear the pan grate when they inevitably broke down with use. I've since gone back to using the Breeze pellets, but I keep a bag of feline pine to use in the bottom tray instead of the pee pads to save money instead.
I hope it works out great for you. If you have any trouble or questions, feel free to reply here. I've had many very helpful and insightful tips from other comments over the years. Good luck!
@@TheArtymuse That's a good tip, especially since I noticed the pads also went up in price. I'll try both methods, and see what's easiest. It's crazy how much prices have increased this year. I'm disabled, so anything that makes cleaning easier helps. And I'm having to sweep everyday with the traditional litter box.
@@dystoniaify I'm constantly looking for cheaper ways to own and care for my kitties. 😸 If you put the pine pellets in the tray, start with a very thin layer so you can still see the bottom of the tray through the pellets. They swell up a lot when liquid hits them and I made the mistake of putting in too many at first and it made a big mess when I went to pull the tray out. 😬 One other thing you can try is using those trash bag style litter box liners in the gray base, under the lime green litter pan. Then put the pellets on the liner to soak up and neutralize the pee. Then when you need to clean it out you can just remove the top pieces, cinch up the liner bag, and toss it out with the trash. Then you won't even need to rinse out or deodorize the base or tray.
Fyi..I just bought mine from Petco so they apparently carry them now too!
Awesome! Good to hear that more places carry them now.
Thank you for the video! Question, if I use kiln dried pine pellets which turn to saw dust in contact with urine, do I still need to use the pads or are they needed due to urine falling through as liquid to the bottom?
Hi! I've spoken with other people in the comments who used pine pellets with the Breeze. You don't need to put the pads in the tray, but it is a good idea to put a little layer of pellets in there instead. It'll help with odor control and make clean up easier.
Beautiful cats 😂😂😂, appreciate the demonstration Toby. How often do you change the pellets?
Thanks! Toby's a good little helper. 😸
I have four boxes for four cats now and I change out, or wash and re-use, the zeolite pellets about once a every two months or month and half. I go by the smell. Recently I've started trying out pine pellets in two of my Breeze systems after seeing many comments that recommend it. It is a bit messier, but the odor control has been good. Plus I was able to get a 40lb bag of feline pine pellets for $10 on clearance. Hard to pass that up!
Thanks! Toby's a good little helper. 😸
I have four boxes for four cats now and I change out, or wash and re-use, the zeolite pellets about once a every two months or month and half. I go by the smell. Recently I've started trying out pine pellets in two of my Breeze systems after seeing many comments that recommend it. It is a bit messier, but the odor control has been good. Plus I was able to get a 40lb bag of feline pine pellets for $10 on clearance. Hard to pass that up!
Great Video! I am indecisive if i should get a regular or an XL because my cat in the past had issues with small litter boxes but then again she’s just a year old and i don’t know if she’ll get used to that litter. Im curious if she would adapt to that litter since she’s a bit young and how big the regular one is compared to a regular litter box
Hi Kezi! My kitties were used to fine clay litter and I helped them adapt by slowly adding pine or paper pellets to their old clumping litter. It helped them get used to the texture. Any time I scooped I would just add more pellets to the box until it was 100% pellets they were using. They I just set up the Breeze system next to their old litter box and stopped cleaning the old box. They naturally migrated over to using the cleaner box. The Breeze system has a satisfaction guarantee so if your kitty just refuses to use it you can get your money back. If you have the room for it, I prefer the bigger XL, mostly for the extra high walls since my kitties can fling the pellets out of the regular box real easy when digging around. You could try the hooded regular size box, but if your kitty is over 12lbs they might not like it. Best of luck!
Where did you find the tray for under your original breeze system? Mine leaks on sides. Thinking of getting the xl. Has your cat peed outside of the entrance cut out by mistake!
Hi Caralee! The light blue tray under my original Breeze box is just the liner tray from a small wire kennel I bought at PetSmart from when I fostered kittens. You should be able to order just the tray separately online, if you'd like, but a simple rubbermaid storage bin lid flipped upside down will also work.
I've only had two instances where my big orange kitty, Rocket, didn't enter the box deep enough and peed over the edge at the entrance (he's a lazy boy and doesn't squat far enough). I've taken to laying a large, basic puppy pee pad on the floor in front of the box and tuck the edge under the box to keep it in place just in case he does it again. It doesn't happen often so the pad on the floor lasts for months.
If it's a reoccurring concern for you then have you tried top-entry litter boxes? PetSmart carries a number of them and I just saw this new one there the other day: www.petsmart.com/cat/litter-and-waste-disposal/litter-boxes/-moderna-amerix-top-entry-litter-box-61022.html
Many people also make their own top entry boxes from large plastic storage bins by cutting a hole in the lid (making sure the edges aren't sharp). If you go that route, I recommend using inexpensive pine pellet cat litter; great odor control and easy on the environment.
Hope this helps!
Hello! My boys about 15 lbs and I’m debating between the regular and the xl. Chewy has a decently good price on both but the XL is about $25 more. Think it’s worth it for the XL over the regular? I’m on a hooded box with regular dusty litter now 😂
Hello! I would say it depends on if you've ever had an issue with him "missing" the box and his #1 or #2 going over the edge onto the floor. Both systems work exactly the same way, but the XL's taller walls and extra maneuvering space really help big kitties with "aim" issues. My 10, 12, and 16 lb-ers never really had an issue using the standard size box. It was just my rotund 20 lb Garfield who needed more space. I believe Tidy Cats has a 30 day money back guarantee on both systems and pet stores usually have good return policies. My local PetSmart offers to refund used litter box systems within 30 days if they aren't working out for you. Either way you go I think you'll love the no dust, super low tracking pellets and decreased waste scooping. Best of luck to you!
Oh, also the regular size system does have a hooded option that might work well for you if your boy is already used to a hooded setup. My kitties just refuse to go inside a hooded box; stubborn fur balls. ;-)
Please let me know how well it works. I've been using the original since 2018. I have 4 cats and 2 are about 20 lbs. They have a tendency to spread litter all around the box. My small female is the one who gets barely inside and pees on the outside. Been catching her misses with pee pads. Also, where die you get the rubber tray under the original>
Do you happen to know the diameter of the opening on the XL version? My senior cat needs to wear an e-collar while unsupervised due to medical issues, and i want to be sure she is able to clear the opening with her collar. Thanks!
The entryway's approximate width is 8 inches and the top is completely open. You could leave the white top wall part off until she no longer needs the e-collar if you don't think she'll do her "business" over the sides. Optionally, I recommend getting one of those big deep mortar mix tubs from Home Depot or Lowe's to use as a litter box with pine or paper pellet litter. They're a lot less expensive than actual litter boxes that size and a thicker, more durable plastic.
Like this one...www.homedepot.com/p/Plasgad-20-9-Gal-Black-Large-PVC-Concrete-Mixing-Tub-887102C/205451585
The sides are sloped as well, so they're easy to clean. Hope that helps!
There's also the smaller original Breeze box which has a lower wall. If your kitty doesn't need the extra space of the Breeze XL then the original may be a better, more accessible solution for her.
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U cats r so so cute I’m going to try this with my cats I hope they like it and use it
Thanks! 😸 I hope it works well for them.
@@TheArtymuse thx ill let u know how they like it
Hi, so I am thinking of trying this system! But I have 4 cats currently 2 litter boxes we clean 2/3 times a day. But I have a long haired cat who is getting stuff stuck to him. I saw you have more then one cat! How many bags of pellets do you go through and pads? Thanks
Hi Missy Riley! I had three cats at the making of this video, but I currently also have 4 kitties. I try to have one litter box per cat to avoid accidents in case someone feels territorial, but they usually share and swap boxes often. I check the pee pad trays once a week and change them out when they look like they can't absorb anymore or just smell a lot; usually every 10-20 days depending on how heavily they've used that box. You can save money on the pee pads by just filling the tray up with some cheap, absorbent litter that has good odor control, like pine pellet litter. I've also heard of people using the box without the tray and just placing the whole unit in a walk-in shower or spare tub over the drain. My cats' poop is pretty firm thanks to their diet so it doesn't stick to a lot of the pellets. That means I don't throw a lot of them away while scooping and the remaining ones stay pretty clean. I usually replace or clean them once they start to smell noticeably of ammonia; about every 2-4 months, again depending on box usage. Cleaning them is a chore and it really only works well once, so I just opt to replace them. They're made of natural zeolite mordenite so I don't feel too bad throwing them away (It's still a lot less waste than regular cat litter). The XL comes with 2 bags of the Breeze pellets, but my cats like a bit of depth so I add another half bag and sprinkle in the rest over time as I scoop and toss some while cleaning it.
Sorry for the long-winded answer. Hope it helps!
I have a few questions I have 2 cats that use 2 regular litter boxes we liked ones with hoods but they are too big for all of them lol So we are looking at maybe changing to this my questions are does one box work well for 2 cats or would we have to spend 120 dollars so we can get 2,how hard is it to get them introduced to the new one how long did it take,how often do you have to change the pallets or pads for 2 cats and does it help with the smell a lot?
You could probably sub one XL system for two regular to small size boxes if your cats get along really well. Sometimes cats can get territorial over sharing boxes. If you prefer hooded systems the Breeze does have a hooded version in the standard size. Another commenter recommended opening the box before purchase to get the coupon book out so you can use it right then and save a bit on the system up front. If your cats aren't used to chunky pellet litter they may not like using it right away. I helped my cats adapt by slowly mixing in more and more pine litter pellets to their old litter until it was all pellet. Once they were used to that I just set up the Breeze box next to their old box and stopped cleaning the old one. They naturally migrated to the cleaner Breeze box and I was able to remove their old one completely after about a week. The Breeze does have a satisfaction guarantee so if your kitties just don't like it (or you don't) then you can return it for your money back. Hope that helps. Best of luck!
I Had the Original then I upgraded to the XL Its Definitely better for Peanut my Cat. He's still transitioning. I like the Multi cat pads though. I'm glad I bought it.
Super glad it's working out for you and Peanut! 🥜 I've also been trying out just using a very thin layer of pine pellet litter in the tray instead of the pads to cut down on cost and plastic. They've been doing a good job of odor control and absorbency, though it can be a little messy to clean out.
How is the smell with the pellets? I have heard several people complaining that the pellets create more of a smell. Thank you.
The urine smell is mostly neutralized by the pee pads since their specially formulated to do so. If you use plain pee pads there might be more odor. As for solid waste, I notice the smell when they actively poop, but it fades as the pellets facilitate dehydration; it's the moisture that causes odor. I scoop everyday, sometimes multiple times a day if I'm home a lot. I do notice that older pellets start to hold the pee smell after a long while, but I don't replace them monthly like the bag recommends. The smell isn't too bad to me, but others, like my mom, may be more sensitive to it. So I started using a non-toxic litter box deodorising spray (Skout's Honor). It's made a big difference! I spray down the pellets after scooping, but you can also mist it into the air above the box in the interim. Hope this helps!
Also, I think the quality of your cats' poop plays a part. My kitties are on a diet that keeps their stool pretty firm so the pellets stay cleaner longer and those that stick to it get thrown away. It also helps to wipe down the inner green pan once a week or so since that's what the urine drains through. I just keep a tube of Clorox wipes near the box for that purpose.
Hi, does all parts connect to each other like the older version or no? Thanks!
Hello! It doesn't have the same clips on the sides as the smaller version. Instead the top wall piece has a lip along the bottom that slides over the litter pan and base that keeps everything aligned.
I am considering the switch. Can you show me a used pad...how often do you need to change that? What about odor? How long do the pellets last?
For three cats using it I change the pad out every 5-8 days, depending on if the pad looks over saturated. I just peek in the tray whenever I go to scoop. Odor is not bad for me, but that depends heavily on your cats diet. The solid waste will smell initially until it starts to dry out or you scoop it away. The pee pads are formulated with something that neutralizes the ammonia smell for as much urine as they can absorb. They are neater to change out of you do so before they get really soggy. I've waited too long to change them in the past and the tray just fills up and that's when you can start to actually smell the ammonia. I'm going to do a deep clean video update soon which will show a fully used pad. The pellets never "wear out" and it is entirely up to you when to change them out depending on how dirty they look. The more solid your kitties' poop is the cleaner the pellets will stay. Since some get thrown away with each scooping I just keep a spare bag on hand to top up the tray when it's looking low. Hope this helps!
@@TheArtymuse Thanks for the reply...
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Does this work well for 2 cats? I also have two and would love to move to one box. Also how often do you change the pee pads with 2 cats?
I have the XL system plus one of the regular size systems shared between four cats and I change out the pads every 5-8 days depending on how saturated they get. I recommend just peeking into the pad tray every couple days to see if it needs changing. Another commenter told me that they removed the tray and just keep the whole system in their extra bathtub so the liquid waste passes through and goes down the drain. Another said they use extra absorbent litter in the tray instead of a pad and dump it when it gets smelly. It's a good system to experiment with since it has a satisfaction guarantee. Good luck!
I have a system here- sifting pans- that I mounted on a larger box to catch the sawdust-- but it is kinda small. So far mine have only LOOKED at it- not been in it. Maybe the smallness could be an issue. who knows?
Very true. My big orange cat, Rocket, was extremely picky about the size of his litter box and was the whole reason I upgraded to the XL system. The other alternative was one of those big black mortar mix tubs from Home Depot. The size was perfect, and they are much cheaper (and more durable) than an actual litter box. I bet if you bought two and drilled a bunch of holes in one, you could create a big sifting litter box system out of them. Might be worth a shot? I've seen some other DIY litter box system videos here on YT that were made similar ways. Best of luck to you!
@@TheArtymuse So far they're not doing anything even looking at it any more-- don't know if it's the size or the wOOD... I put some pellets in the clay- and they stopped using it until they meow and i come remove them!!
@@davidwayne9982 Some cats just have really sensitive paws as well. They may just be really adverse to the pellet texture. My cats switched over and got used to it in about a week.
Have you ever heard of Skoon litter? I tried it for a while, but it was a little too costly to do for all my cats. It's an all natural, hypoallergenic diatom pebble litter. They even have a fine grain version for cats with sensitive paws. The website is skooncatlitter.com if you want to learn more.
@@TheArtymuse Thanks- but I don't even get the full SS I was suppose to get- from having to retire early due to getting mashed between 2 trucks.... can't do a LOT-- so trying to get something goin on here ... have to be cheap as possible right now..
Just ordered mine from Chewy. Can’t wait. I’m over clay litter. The smell is horrendous.
Hurray! Hope it arrives soon. Smell was a big motivating factor for me too. Clay litter, and other clumping litters, just hold in too much moisture. And I'd rather deal with picking up stray pellets than walking on crunchy floors again when the kitties used to track litter everywhere. Hope you'll enjoy your new system!
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It came !!! That thing is HUGE!! The cats seem to like it 😻
@@melodyharrison2644 it certainly is! If they started using it right away coming off of clay litter that's impressive! It took a few days for all of my kitties to be completely comfortable with using it so I had to leave their old box next to the new one until I was sure they'd all gotten used to it.
TheArtymuse I actually had 1 of the regular sized ones and 2 large litter pans with clay litter. So they actually used them all. So the transition was much easier.
Switching to pellets ASAP OMG the dust is driving my family and I crazy! 😵
Hii o w would you recommend switching from litter to pellet
I think it depends on a few factors. Some cats can be allergic to the dust from traditional clay or other clumping litter, so pellet litter is usually a good alternative. However, some cats are very particular about texture or have sensitive paws and refuse to use pellet litter. So they might start going potty in other places instead of the litter box. I switched my cats to the Breeze pellet system because I hated how much the clumping litter tracked all over the house and how much I was spending on litter. With the litter tray draining out the urine, I only need to scoop out the poop, so I'm not throwing away tons of litter every time.
If you're considering the switch, I recommend setting up two litter boxes side by side; one with traditional litter and the other with pellets. Then you can see if your cats are cool with using the pellets. You could also try mixing the pellets into the traditional litter, and as you throw away regular scoopings, only add pellets back in until it's mostly pellets left. That helps your cat adapt to the change. Hope that helps!
I've been trying to create a system like this because my cat does not squat when she pees. I feel like these sides aren't tall enough for her to keep the pee in. Do know how tall these are?
It looks to be about 11-12" from litter surface to the top of the side walls depending on how much litter you fill it up with. However, you could have a problem if she decides to "go" with her bum pointing at the entrance since it's low. Have you tried a top-entry litter box for her?
I had to get a third bag of pellets to get bigger kitty to cover all the way
I ended up doing so as well. My kitties like to dig around and more pellets just made it more comfortable for them to use it.
LOL you put your hand over his buisiness omg that was funny! 🐱
🤣 Well, I wasn't sure what TOS would have to say about it. And I didn't want to make anyone uncomfortable. 😋 Toby is not a shy boy! 😸
@@TheArtymuse that was awesome i needed that! So i see this was a year ago... Please give me your thoughts on loose stool/diarrhea with this system
@@staciemccann2898 Yep, been using strictly Breeze systems for about a year now. Only had a couple instances of loose stool luckily. Had to throw away more pellets than usual because it was a wetter mess and use some paper towels and cleanser to clean up any smears on the inner tray. The thicker the pellet layer is the better in that case. So definitely a little more work than if it had been done in traditional clumping litter. But luckily, since diarrhea is rarely something my cats have, the overall cleaning and maintenance of the boxes have been a literal 'breeze' for me. Hope that helps!
What does it look like without the gray underneath?
I'm not sure what you mean by "without the gray." I have a second video posted on this. Maybe it will show what you're looking for?
I notice that there's only the crates in the middle what happens if they Pee where there's no holes? like they Pee in the very corner
You're correct; the slots in the litter pan are kind of centered and off to one side. That's to direct the urine into the side of the bottom section with the pee pad tray. The litter tray's solid areas are sloped so that everything properly drains through the holes. I usually push the pellets aside and wipe down the solid areas inside the litter pan every other week just to keep it a bit cleaner and smelling better.
Pls help! What is the length, width, and height? Online I see different measurements. Ty
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Same problem here with one of my cats doing her business outside the normal-sized breeze box!🤦♂️ But I'm scared she'll find a way to stick her butt out of the bigger box anyway if I buy it. Do you still have them dropping their stuff outside of the bigger box?
Hi! So far no one has "missed" while doing their business in the bigger box. I was also afraid someone would manage to accidently aim at the open entry point in the wall piece, but I've lucked out so far. If that did happen I was just going to stick down a puppy pee pad on the floor at the entrance. My other solution was going to be to convert it into a top entry box by building a thin wood panel shell to go over the whole box. If your kitty is normal sized and you don't mind sticking with regular clumping litter, try a standard top entry litter box. That might solve your issue as well. Remember, the Breeze systems come with a 30 day money back guarantee so if you want to give it a shot you've got nothing to lose. Good luck!
@@TheArtymuse Thank you very much for the advice! I also just put the pee pad on the floor yesterday :) I hope it's enough! But I didn't think of making it a top entry box, that's an awesome follow up to an eventual failure of the pee pad, it will be much much cheaper than having that XL box delivered where I live in Switzerland. Thanks again for the videos! :) all the best!
@@julianvidal7965 You are very welcome! 😁😸 I used top entry for a while, but wanted to stop using clumping litter. I recommend getting one tall enough that your kitty can sit up straight while doing her business without hitting her head on the top. Best of luck!
I looked around online at what's available and I tend to favor the designs like the CleverCat top entry or IRIS top entry boxes where there are no seams along the sides or bottom. That way, if your kitty happens to not squat and pees right on the wall it won't leak. Nice thing about that design is you can DIY one with a tall plastic storage container: just cut a hole in the lid (sand down any sharp edges) and line the top of the lid with some anti-track litter mat material; AstroTurf works pretty well. Hope this helps. 😁
@@TheArtymuse It does help! :) I'm a fan of the breeze system (retailers in Switzerland do have the small box), so I hope I can get a good seal if I have to try the diy workaround! '^^
If you're interested, I've been using wood pellets instead of their ceramic pellets, it comes with the same advantages but for cheaper and less waste. When the pellets get soaked, they pop back into sawdust, and I use a plastic bag instead of the pee pads to collect it. I almost did a video on it myself haha, you can do one if you try and like it! :)
Cheers!
Can you use different pellets
Hi! You should be able to use other pellet type litter as long as it's big enough not to fall through the grate. I'm using pine pellet litter in two of my boxes currently since the store has been out of the Breeze pellets. I've also found that I prefer filling the lower pee pad tray up with some pine pellets instead of buying the plastic backed pee pads. The pine pellet litter is really good at odor control and very absorbent. You could also try the recycled paper pellets as well.
I'm on the fence on getting this based on Amazon reviews haha,,,,, basically everyone says the included pellets suck
I suppose it depends on a few factors. If you prefer flushable litter than you probably wouldn't like the zeolite mineral pellets since they don't break down in water and could cause plumbing issues. Also, if your kitty has loose stool or diarrhea it can cause a mess and you'd probably have to replace all the pellets. Some people have mentioned that their cats will play with it even eat the pellets too. Most people resolve this by using a recycled paper or pine pellet in the Breeze system instead. The nice thing about it is the 30 day money back guarantee so if you just don't like it you can return it. Hope this helps!
I’m looking to buy this system to help me maintain a cleaner box. I have two male cats and one of them lifts his behind when peeing basically spraying at the wall. Has anyone had any problems with this not being tall enough for that?
Short of having a two foot tall Maine Coone or Savanah cat, the walls of the XL system should be tall enough for domestic cat breeds. 😉
Cleanliness will also depend heavily on the consistency of your kitties' poop. Soft "tootsie rolls" and firmer are perfect. But if kitty has diarrhea, it can be annoying to clean out the pan. That would be my only complaint about the system, but I think all the benefits outweigh the possible negatives. Let me know if you have any other questions. I'm planning to make another video including some tips and tricks I've learned from other commenters over the years.
And each Breeze system comes with a 30 day satisfaction guarantee. So i would give a try to see if it's tall enough for your boys once you set it up. Best of luck!
Hi. I was thinking of training my futur little doggy (Get him/her in 2 month) doing potty in Wood pellet litter. And I was wondering In term of the Hight of the entrance on both which one is the lowest one to help a puppy climb inside
The XL has the lowest step in, but you can use pellet litter with any litter box so there might be another that would work better for you and be less expensive. A lot of people have had luck with low Rubbermaid and other brands of storage containers. You could even line the bottom with a puppy pee pad and swap them out when needed by tilting the whole thing and letting the pellets fall to the side. I also like cement/mortar mix tubs from the hardware store. They're durable, inexpensive and easy to clean because of their curved sides. You could also make a little wedge ramp to help them get in if it's a bit too high.
I’d like to try this with my pup. Right now, I use pine with pads only. Messier than with slots underneath. But where to find and what size pan for underneath? I’m looking for a video demonstration...
@@Maineuser hmm, since dogs don't usually dig to do their business like cats you should check out some of the real and fake turf systems. You'd save on not needing to buy and replace pellets. Here's a real turf system that doesn't even use pee pads: doggielawn.com/products/medium-doggielawn
Or the fake turf kind: www.chewy.com/prevue-pet-products-tinkle-turf/dp/133556
That one is made to just rinse out, but you could add a puppy pad to it under the turf.
Hope these help!
TheArtymuse My old little girl has been on pine pellets with a pad under - in a walk-in dog litter pan - since she was teeny. I dispose of all by lifting the corners of the pad. But the new XL breeze box is as big as her box. I so think having a pan under the big one IF I could know of one that would fit - would be wonderful.
As it is, her pan’s sides are low, and sometimes doing #2 her butt end hangs over the side. That would happen with that turf system, too. The high sides, open door, large size and grates make me want to try the XL with a pan. It would be great for her feet to only touch clean, dry litter.
I’ve found some pans at an online kitchen supply store, when I googles the pan size, but not sure if they’d work. I’d take the top to a local kitchen supply store if I weren’t high risk for the virus. I stay inside. Meanwhile, I’m hoping those with lots or big cats, who use pine, will want to adapt this XL size pan, too!
@@Maineuser it's definitely worth giving it a try with the 30 day money back satisfaction guarantee.
How many inches is the step in from the floor.
Both the regular and XL Breeze have about a 5-6" step in from floor level. Fine for most cats, but you may need a little ramp for kittens.
@@TheArtymuse Thank you so much.
@@rebeccalankford2652 you're welcome!
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LOL! Yes, well spotted. It's actually a Japanese character CTR ring.
@@TheArtymuse haha former LDS. I couldn't see the letters in it, but I recognize that shape anywhere!
Can anyone post a link for the size of litter pan to use under the XL Breeze System? I have the XL Breeze Litter Box on order, but I want to get the right size litter pan to put under it.
Hi! I'm not sure what you mean. The Breeze system comes with the base, inner litter pan, and wall top. Did you just want to get something for it to sit on top of in case of any accidental leakage from the pee pad tray?
@@TheArtymuse , thank you for responding to my question. What I’m looking for and saw on UA-cam, is a hack for creating a larger place for the pine litter that becomes sawdust when the cat urinates, thus eliminating the need for the tray that comes with the system. The Breeze System then sits on top of a regular litter box and you can go up to 2,weeks before cleaning the sawdust away. I hope this makes sense. There is a lady that demonstrates this hack, but her video is 6 years old and she was using the Original Size Breeze System.
@janettecarrell Oh, now i understand. I ended up doing the same with one of my XL systems, too. The base measures approximately 18" by 26.5". Luckily, the big plastic mortar mix tub I was using for their crystal litter before the Breeze system was a little bigger than that. So while it's not a perfect fit, it will hold up the inner green litter pan and white walls top piece. This is what I use, but you might be able to find something that fits better...www.homedepot.com/p/Plasgad-20-9-Gal-Black-Large-PVC-Concrete-Mixing-Tub-887102C/205451585
I just like that it's more heavy duty and cheaper than the plastic tubs marketed as litter boxes. Hope that helps!
@@TheArtymuse , oh wow! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!! I’m going to check this out!! I just adopted a 5 year Ragdoll Cat and I have been trying to find the “perfect” litter, and the Pine Pellets from Tractor Supply appears to be the best solution. Most economical at $6.00 for a 40 lb bag!! Have a safe and blessed Happy New Year!!
OMG! I have been searching everywhere for the mock up bottom pan for the XL breeze! I’m going to click the link and hope it connects to what I need. Thanks! Ok. I saw this one today online but it measures a bit larger then the litter box. It may be the on,y choice tho. I’ll check it out. $17+ is the price? Thanks
Hmmm I saw this a few hours ago. Our girls are six and they’ve always used Breeze but one of them started pooping outside of the box. We can’t figure out why. There are three boxes (for TWO cats!), and they get cleaned once or twice a day. She’s not peeing outside the box and we’ve seen that she still poops in it some of the time. No rhyme or reason. My mom suggested that maybe the box feels too small. Yeah she’s chunky (12 pounds) but that’s nothing new. The pooping is recent. I’m torn. I’m not keen on the idea of forking over cash for yet another box if she’s not going to stop. 😾 Spoiled cat!
Hey @starkman78 I had the same problem with my big 20lb boy a while back. I tried changing the litter and getting rid of the litter box hood I was using at the time, but he would still occasionally poop just outside the box. Soon as I changed to a much bigger box he stopped having accidents. If you want to see if a bigger "bathroom" will work for yours, but can't spend a lot on it, then I recommend going to Home Depot or Lowe's and picking up a thick plastic $6 cement/mortar mix tub. I have one in another room with silica crystal litter. It's about the same size as the Breeze XL. It's easy to clean since the bottom is completely flat and two sides have a very gradual curve (less corners for waste to get stuck in). Make sure to thoroughly clean any accident spots too, since they'll go anywhere they smell they've gone before. Good luck! 😸
If your cat is consistently pooping outside the box, take them to the vet. According to my vet, peeing outside the box happens for a variety of reasons. Pooping outside the box, when nothing else has changed, is almost always something physical. My 3 year old ragdoll started pooping outside the box for what seemed like no reason. The box, location, litter, etc hadn’t changed. We actually found two different issues, both of which were causing pain when she pooped. Took some playing around with her diet and supplements and she’s fine now! Back to going in the box every time.
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Thank you great video! You cat helped you to illustrate the video!😅
Thank you! I hope you found it useful. Toby always wants to be involved so he was more than happy to assist with the video. 😆
They're not :"giving you " anything- those pellets- that they charge like $15 to replace-- cost $5.99 for 40 pounds at Tractor Supply.
Does tractor supply sell the zeolite pellets? If so, that would be awesome. Or are you referring to the pine pellets? I've tried using the pine pellets instead of the Breeze zeolite pellets before as a cheaper alternative. They work alright, but they are definitely more messy because they break down and turn to sawdust with moisture. The zeolite pellets are a solid mineral and can actually be cleaned and re-used if you don't want to keep buying and replacing them. If your cat has nice solid poops the pellets actually stay pretty clean and don't need to be replaced for a long while; just topped up to replace whatever sticks to the waste and gets scooped out.
@@TheArtymuse Pine pellets - KILN DRIED which is very important- but- my cats are NOT using it.. they stopped until they meow and I come REMOVE the few I added to the clay to get them use to it.. NOT working so far.
@davidwayne9982 That's a bummer. Luckily, the Breeze system has that 30-day satisfaction guarantee, so you can return it if it looks like they won't get used to it. If you're looking for other all natural litter options that are fine grain like clay litter, maybe try the wheat or corn kind? I've also had luck with the fine crystal litter by Exquisicat and Pretty Litter.
@@TheArtymuse I didn't BUY the breeze thing-- I got sifting pans $14, and one big container $10 and 40 pounds of pellets at TS $7.50 here and that's it.. but I'll give them time with it NEXT to their box so maybe they;'ll change their minds or get use to it.
@davidwayne9982 oh good! I hope it works out. They may just need extra time to get used to it. Good luck! 👍
I Upgraded his Original to the XL one. My Cat goes pee in the Breeze and poop in the regular litter box. Otherwise it's ok.
I think it is because the litter medium in a regular box is much deeper and cats instinctively bury their solid waste. Whereas the Breeze system recommends a shallow amount to make sure it has effective drainage. I did end up adding another bag of the pellets to my Breeze and they started using it for both #1 and #2 so I was able to phase out the traditional litter box. I've done a lot of experimenting with it over the years.
My Cat Peanut has finally transitioned to Pine Pellets. I'm So Proud of him.😻
@@roxannesmaldone3465 congrats! 👏 That's a big step. Some kitties are very particular about litter textures.
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Why even need pee pad, just let the pee go into the tray and empty it in thr toilet each day?
That's a good observation. I think it's mostly because the pad is treated with chemicals that help to neutralize the urine odor. But also, the way they designed the tray makes it a messy to try and tip to drain into the toilet.
Thanks to a bunch of other commenters I have since swapped out the whole bottom piece for a solid litter tray of similar size that I can easily empty out into the toilet. The urine odor is very noticeable after a few days that way, so I have to empty it more often. However, you save money not having to buy the pee pads.