Will my cat use an automatic litter box?

Most cats adapt within a few days to a week. Start by placing it next to the old box. Some cats are startled by the cleaning cycle — models with delayed cleaning (like Litter-Robot 4) wait until the cat leaves.

Are self-cleaning litter boxes worth the cost?

If you value time and hate scooping, yes. The Litter-Robot 4 saves 5-10 minutes daily. Over its 3-5 year lifespan, that's significant. Ongoing costs include waste drawer liners and litter refills.

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