The folks at The Organic Farm Store are celebrating Earth Day by announcing their brand new biodegradable packaging! Not only is their Close To Naturenow cat litter organic, now even the packaging is green. This completely biodegradable natural litter is made from soybean meal and potato starch. It provides excellent odor control, low tracking, and [...]
Continue reading...1. April 2010
This month we’re giving away a product that a lot of readers have asked about. It’s a high-tech litter box called the Odor Grabber. This unique covered litter box has a built-in air purifier made by Bionaire, a company that specializes in air purifiers for a variety of products. I was so excited when I [...]
Continue reading...16. February 2010
Thanks so much to everyone who took the World’s Best Cat Litter™ survey! Your input is very valuable and much appreciated. The winner of the 1-year supply of World’s Best Cat Litter™ is Becky from Ada, Ohio. May your kitties enjoy this fabulous natural litter! $5.00 DISCOUNT COUPON! As a special thank you to everyone [...]
Continue reading...1. February 2010
Now here’s a completely new concept! I wouldn’t exactly call these “modern” but I think they are extremely clever and creative. KattySaks are fun decorated slipcovers that fit over a covered litter box to transform it into a whimsical object d’art. Choose one of three styles, Le Dresser, Surf Shack, or Beach Bus. Each KattySak [...]
Continue reading...24. January 2010
World’s Best Cat Litter™ wants to hear from you! Please take a few moments to complete a short survey telling us about the cat litter that you use and what features are important to you. As a thank you for taking the survey, you will be entered in a drawing to win a 1-year supply [...]
Continue reading...10. November 2009
Toilet training your cat. They say it can be done, and CitiKitty has put together a complete Cat Toilet Training Kit to help make it incredibly easy. Now, I haven’t tried this yet myself, but after reading all about the CitiKitty I think I’m going to give it a shot. The kit includes a training [...]
Continue reading...13. October 2009
You will almost never find a photo of a d*g on Moderncat, but I had to make an exception for this one! Ha! . . . If you have a canine critter who likes to “visit” the litter box, then here’s an attractive solution from The Refined Feline. It’s the new “Dog Proof” Litter Box [...]
Continue reading...7. October 2009
If you’re limited on space and need to use every inch, then the new Corner Litter Cabinet from The Refined Feline might be just the thing for you. This elegant cabinet houses a large triangular litter tray (included with the cabinet) concealed behind a large hinged door. Kitty can come and go though the cat [...]
Continue reading...6. October 2009
Check out this sleek new product line from Danish pet product design company Distance Design. The line includes these gorgeous brushed stainless steel cat trees, which you can customize by choosing your post style and size, then combining it with the sisal scratchers or pillow-topped perches. The posts have a large steel base for stability. [...]
Continue reading...17. August 2009
Our beloved cats do require at least the basics including food & water, litter, and a place to nap, but all this gear can require a fair amount of space and in a smaller apartment, it can take over. I just came across a brand new company, Inspired Pet Designs, and their first product, the [...]
Continue reading...25. July 2009
Introducing a new line of stylish cat furniture from Shanghai-based CatS. The line includes a climbing tower, several different styles of litter hiders, shelves, scratchers and beds. The products are currently only available in China, but the company is looking into shipping overseas. View all the CatS products at www.catsweet.com.
Continue reading...22. July 2009
Moderncat reader Sari is at it again! Last time she showed us her awesome DIY cat tower, that was based on Colin’s Kitty Catsle. This time she used her signature green and white to create a stylish and functional litter box hider with a good old IKEA Besta shelf unit. By cutting two holes in [...]
Continue reading...20. June 2009
I was quite pleased to see a decent selection of natural cat litter at my local Super Target the other day! So far they are carrying SwheatScoop, Arm & Hammer Essentials, Feline Pine (both scoopable and pellets), and Yesterday’s News. Didn’t see any World’s Best Cat Litter at Target, but I have seen it at [...]
Continue reading...18. June 2009
I think deceptive marketing is a terrible thing, especially when it can have a detrimental effect on the health and well being of cats. As a result of the research I have done, I am against using clay cat litter for a number of reasons. Here’s the summary: BAD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Clay is strip [...]
Continue reading...25. May 2009
Moderncat reader Alexis sent in photos of some terrific DIY projects, all inspired by things that she read right here. First, she and her husband did an outstanding job creating this beautiful litter box hider. Due to space limitations, they needed a litter cabinet with an opening in the front, rather than on the side. [...]
Continue reading...22. May 2009
Looking for a Memorial Day bargain? Take 20% off eco-friendly and user-friendly Smart Cat Box starter kits and value paks now through Monday, May 25.
Continue reading...21. May 2009
IKEA Hacker recently posted two new litter box hacks. The first one is my favorite IKEA hack so far. Romina and her husband, who are both architects with an eye for modern design, made this beautiful litter box concealer with a Besta shelf unit, Besta Holmbo door, and Capita legs. By simply cutting the middle [...]
Continue reading...18. May 2009
As you know, we love the Litter-Robot, and now they have added some new product enhancements to make it even better. In response to feedback from cat owners who have larger cats, they have created the new Bubble Globe (above left). This new globe has a skylight-like window in the back that adds 3 inches [...]
Continue reading...17. May 2009
Congratulations to Janey A (comment #44), you’re the winner of the 1-year supply of the World’s Best Cat Litter! Remember, if you didn’t win but you still want to try WBCL, download the special coupon for $2.00 off! WBCL can be found at many pet boutiques and grocery stores nationwide. Thanks to everyone who entered!
Continue reading...17. May 2009
I just got word that the new ModKat litter box won the ICFF Editors Award for accessories. Congrats ModKat! Thanks to all the Moderncat readers who gave feedback on the box. Hopefully it will help them refine the design before it goes to market.
Continue reading...15. May 2009
With a brand new website that just launched today and an upcoming debut at ICFF, I’d like to introduce the ModKat Litter Box. Litter is an area that is wide open for innovation and this new product is taking on the challenge. With modern style, innovative function, and attention to green design, we may have [...]
Continue reading...11. May 2009
Here’s an awesome giveaway to start off the week! One lucky winner is going to receive a one-year supply of The World’s Best Cat Litter! And let me tell you, this product truly lives up to its name. WBCL is an all-natural cat litter made from whole-kernel corn, making it Earth-friendly on both ends of [...]
Continue reading...16. March 2009
Italian pet design importer Pet Ego just announced two new colors in their product line — chocolate and ivory. You can now get several of their most popular items, including the Vicci litterbox and Linda litter scoop, in these lovely mod hues.
Continue reading...23. February 2009
Congratulations to Amy B. (comment 447), winner of a 1-year supply of organic soybean cat litter! What an amazing giveaway! Thanks so much to The Organic Farm Store for this generous offer and for making such a great product. In fact, they are so generous, if you enter promotional code Moderncat at checkout, you will [...]
Continue reading...16. February 2009
Have we got a giveaway for you this week! The folks at The Organic Farm Store are offering a free 1-year supply of organic soybean cat litter to one very lucky Moderncat reader! Close To Naturenow is 100% natural and organic cat litter made from soybean meal and granulated potato starch. There are absolutely no [...]
8. April 2010
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