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9 Best Low-Entry Litter Boxes for Senior Cats

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As cats age, sometimes their litter box habits can change too, including their ability to access the tray. Trays with high or tricky entrance points may become difficult for older cats, making the need for easy-access options all the more prevalent. Fortunately, there are products out there that can help – low-entry litter boxes for senior cats are one of them. If you’re looking for the best low-entry litter box options for your senior cat, check out our top picks below!

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Our Selection Criteria

When evaluating low-entry litter box options for this post we were on the lookout for the following senior cat (and human) friendly features;

Easy entry and exit for cats with joint and/or mobility issues
Low entrance height (no higher than 5″ preferred)
Litter boxes should keep mess contained and be easy to clean
Litter boxes should receive consistently high customer ratings and reviews
Low-entry litter box options should accommodate cats of all sizes

Best Low-Entry Litter Boxes for Senior Cats

With options to suit senior cats of all sizes, check out our top picks for the best low-entry litter boxes for senior cats below;

Size:

Features:

1. NE14pets Kitty Go Here Senior Cat Litter Box

Image: NE14pets

3″ Entry height

Large
24″ L
20″ W
5″ H

(small size also available)

2. Petco So Phresh Litter Box

Image: Petco/So Phresh

3.13″ Entry height

Large
19.5″ L
23.5″ W
5″ H

(small size also available)

3. Lucky Champ Litter Box

Image: Lucky Champ

3.5″ Entry height

25″ L
16.75″ W
9″ H

4. Shirley K’s Senior Cat Litter Box

Image: Shirley K’s

3.5″ Entry height

30″ L
30″ W
9″ H

5. Hartz Cat Litter Tray

Image: Hartz

4″ Entry height

20.25″ L
13.75″ W
4″ H

6. Yangbaga Stainless Steel Litter Box

Image: Yangbaga

4″ Entry height

24″ L
16″ W
4″ H

(smaller size also available)

7. Amazon Basics No-Mess Hooded Corner Cat Litter Box

Image: Amazon

3-5″ Entry height

26″ L
23″ W
20″ H

8. Nature’s Miracle High-Sided Litter Box

Image: Nature’s Miracle

5″ Entry height

23″ L
18.5″ W
11″ H

9. PetFusion BetterBox Cat Litter Box

Image: PetFusion

5″ Entry height

22.6″ L
18.1″ W
8″ H

More ways you can help to make life a little easier for your senior cat

In addition to switching to a low-entry, easy-access litter box, there are other ways you can help to make life a little easier (and ultimately more comfortable) for your senior cat, too – they include;

Using pet ramps/stairs around your home to help ensure your senior cat continues to have access to the things that they enjoy (like the bed, sofa, or window sill)
Provide extra bedding/padding (where needed), for warmth and joint support
Ensure easy access to fresh water at all times (and monitor their intake)
Consider placing multiple fresh water sources around your home to ensure your senior cat is drinking enough (or offer canned food, or add water to their food if needed)
Feed them an age-appropriate diet and keep them at a healthy weight (discuss prescription diets with your vet if needed)
Consider using a warming pet bed in winter, or moving their bedding closer to a heat source and away from draughts during cooler weather
Provide opportunities for age-appropriate daily exercise and mental stimulation
Schedule regular wellness checks with your vet (including dental checkups)
Help your senior cat with daily grooming if needed
Monitor their litter box habits, including output, and contact the vet when needed
Lookout for subtle signs of pain, and changes in their behavior which may signal the need for a visit to the vet

For more helpful tips about caring for your senior cat, check out the following resources;