How large is the opening? If the inside piece isn't put in, does it affect the strength of the box. I am inheriting a 30 lb cat. Need to keep dog out
1788223
Without measuring, I believe that the opening is large enough for the cat and leaving out the inside piece won't affect the integrity of the box. It would be better to leave it out with a cat that large.
1788224
The opening is 8" wide by 11" at the top of the arch and didn't use the center divider. I am no longer using this; concept was nice but with one larger cat, he seemed cramped in it. I had the inside lined with plastic and a tall sided litter box inside but one of the cats managed to get pee outside the litter box. I got sick of cleaning it so I went back to the old covered litterboxes and am looking for another litterbox disguise option.
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I use the Tidy Cat Breeze litter system, and it fits with room to spare, so it's not up against the entrance way where our dogs could reach in. I have a Ragdoll, so a good sized cat although she only weighs 10 lbs., and she has no problems using the cabinet and box at all. Looks great and works great. I have the cabinet right in my living room as a lamp table!
132456
I believe the cat hole website talks about how to tell if a big cat (similar in size to a small dog) would fit through the opening.
972848
Maybe, I am answering not from home. lets just say my mini pin Chihuahua mix has no problem but she is on small side. my Cat uses it sometimes and is bigger but has to hunch down to get in.
530294
I put my box about 6-8 inches away from the wall with the opening facing the wall. Kitties never had trouble getting in and I don't think a golden retriever could wedge his way in there. That said, if you feel your dog could take the whole top off, it's not snapped on in any way, it kind of just "sets" into place, so it's possible. Great litter box, I would give it a shot. Most people just think it's a houseplant... Maybe your doggie will too!
1964655
Opening is 6x6. Big cat still can squeeze easy, but the same size dog - don't know. Dogs are not as flexible and squishy:).
1445689
The opening is just about--my cat is a little bigger--but the pan itself is small for that size cat. A big cat will find footing difficult, and may send the litter box falling over (happened with mine). She has a pan a couple sizes up that's better, and my smaller 10 lb kitty uses the CP6 fine.
1300366
Hi,I measured 7 inches from the bottom of the box to the entrance. I have a cat that is 17 years old and he doesn't have any problem getting into the box. Hope this helps.
2046724
This was the reason I purchased this box. It is very difficult for the dog to get in it. It happens much less frequently.
1049770
I have a large cat as well, and although she could fit in, it wasn't comfortable . It only fits a small box inside . I ended up using it for a small cat bed Instead of a litter box
729997
In addition to StephB's response: At the very bottom of the inside (the pan tapers in a bit) it's 12.5 by 19.5 inches. I second her comment about it being perfect for a disabled cat, mine spinal injury cat has no problem entering/exiting this box. I have mine placed inside a 3 x 2.5 foot catch tray/crate pan for a large dog kennel to hold in the litter that escapes. Puppy pads would also work, or a washable rug. It's true, some litter escapes, but when you have a disabled pet, you have more important things to worry about than insignificant problems like a little litter being tracked around your house.
877805
I measured mine and the actual opening is 5 X 71/2. Our cat is 11lbs. and just fits through it. Hope this helps
292788
Just place a small/medium litter pan inside. My cat is 14 lbs so he gets thru the door opening with no problem.
1961507
Your kitty shouldn't have a problem entering the box. The opening is low to the floor and is quite large.
162354
This box is bigger than your average litter box. I have two 20 lbs dogs and they fit it in fine. Don't ask LOL
708445
The largest opening is about 4"x2". I have cats to. Pretty sure it's too small for them.
371975
It would depend on the size of the dog, really. A small to medium dog would be able to put their head right in. You MIGHT be able to set something heavy on the top and keep a large dog from getting into it. We have an (extra tall) baby gate up at the entrance to the room the cat stuff is in, and it keeps the dog out of the room- which is the ONLY way I have ever been able to keep any dog out of the cat box.