Welcome feline fanciers! What a wonderful world we kitties live in. We now have furniture enclosures for our litter boxes!
Since we felines are living inside more and becoming part of the family, people are always looking for ways to hide the ever ugly and smelly (if not properly cleaned) litter box.
Of course, furniture is all about what people like… we kitties only want to sit on something comfy and have a place to do our business.
The information here is for general knowledge… always see your vet with questions about your cat’s individual needs.
Who Is Skye Blake?
Skye Blake, Cat Info Detective, is a curious cat researcher (not a veterinarian) who sniffs out expert, reliable sources about cats, studies their information, then passes it on to you!
Sometimes there’s not enough evidence for easy answers, so Skye gives you all sides, explains the situation as thoroughly and clearly as possible, and links you to experts on each page.
Sources are given at the bottom of each page so you can do more snooping.
What’s a Furniture Litter Box Enclosure?
Furniture litter box enclosures are basically a box-type end table or enclosed bench with a side or top entrance, a place to put a regular litter box, and a door for access to remove and clean it.
There are numerous options available in a range of prices and quality.
If you’re looking for something stylish so you can put litter boxes in the areas your cat lives, furniture litter box enclosures may be the answer for you.
From traditional to modern, there are now many options available.
Before Buying Furniture Enclosures
Before plunking down lots of money for a high-end enclosure, review the pros and cons of all the options for both you and your cats.
Answer the following questions to be sure these enclosures will work for you and your cats.
- Do you have any cats who don’t like covered boxes?
If your cat doesn’t like it, he won’t use it… period. You can still use it as an end table or other decorative piece.
- Is it big enough for your cat(s) to use, turn around, dig and cover comfortably?
If your cat doesn’t like feeling cramped or having his whiskers or fur touch the sides, he won’t use it.
- Do you have other cats, dogs, or children who disturb or ambush him going in and out of the box?
He won’t use it because he feels trapped with no sight lines or escape routes.
- Is it easy for you to get the box in and out for cleaning?
You won’t clean it often enough, it’ll stink, and your cat will end up going elsewhere.
DIY Furniture Enclosures
For those who are handy, you can make your own enclosure out of existing furniture. There are some very creative ideas at…
16 Clever Ways to Hide the Litter Box
I make a small commission on some of the links below… and I get to share profits with qualified cat rescues!
Check descriptions and reviews carefully for any products you wish to buy… quality, sizes, colors, etc., can’t be guaranteed by anyone but the manufacturer.
List of Contemporary Enclosures
Dyad Litter Box Enclosure (Light Gray/White, Walnut/Black)
MiaCara Sito Contemporary Litter Box Furniture by Tuft & Paw
Out of Sight® Cat Litter Box Furniture – box is accessible from a wheelchair for easy cleaning
List of Mid-Century Modern Enclosures
CURIO in Maple, Mid-Century Modern Cat Litter Box Solution
Luxurious and Unique Look Cat Litter Cabinet (Beige, Brown)
List of Traditional & Rustic Enclosures
LM Rustic Furniture Co. – Cactus Rustic Cat Litter Buffet – Sylvester
Cat Litter Box Deluxe Cabinet by The Refined Feline
The Rustic Forest – Custom Cat Litter Box 2 Level with Steps & Sliding Barn Doors
Jumbo Cedar Kitty Litter Cabinet – Front Entry Golden Oak
Litter Robot 3 Compatible Cedar Enclosure
Related Pages of Interest
If you’re curious about litter boxes, check out “The Self Cleaning Litter Box“, “The Basic Litter Box“, and “The Sifting Litter Box“.
Having trouble with inappropriate peeing and pooping?
Discover some answers at “Why Is My Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box?” and “Why Is My Cat Pooping Outside the Box?“
Other Accessories
| The Privacy Screen for Litter Boxes | The Cat Litter Mat |
| The Cat Litter Disposal System | Cat Litter Scoops |
Sources
Sources used on this website are either primary or secondary.
Primary sources are always preferable and have the most reliable information because they’re original and directly referenced.
Scientific abstracts and data are good examples of primary sources.
Secondary sources are weaker because they usually consist of opinions or articles that give no sources of their own.
However, sometimes they refer to primary sources.
When I use secondary sources, most are those with some authority, such as veterinarian or cat behaviorist books and articles.
List of Sources
Disclosure
I make a small commission on some of the sources listed below if you choose to purchase them from here.
Some products listed link to companies that sell them, whether or not I make any money.
“16 Stand-Out Cat Litter Box Furniture Options to Fit Your Style”, The Dog People
“77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat“, by Susan M. Ewing, Fox Chapel Publishers International, Ltd., 2018
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“Cat Speak“, by Bash Dibra with Elizabeth Randolph, New American Library, a division of Penguin Group (USA) Inc., New York, NY, 2003
“The Cat Whisperer“, by Mieshelle Nagelschneider, Bantam Books, The Random House Publishing Group, New York, NY, 2013, www.bantamdell.com
“Cat Wise“, Pam Johnson-Bennett, Penguin Books, an imprint of Random House LLC, New York, NY, 2016
“The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Getting & Owning a Cat“, by Sheila Webster Boneham, PhD, Penguin Group (USA) Inc., New York, NY, 2005
“Decoding Your Cat” by American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, editors: Meghan E. Herron, DVM, DACVB; Debra F. Horwitz, DVM, DACVB; Carlo Siracusa, DVM, PhD, DACVB, DECAWBM, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, New York, NY, 2020
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“Litter Box Happiness for Cats of All Ages”, Dr. Sophia Yin, CattleDog Publishing, January 25, 2017
“The Special Needs of the Senior Cat”, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell Feline Health Center
“Total Cat Mojo” by Jackson Galaxy with Mikel Delgado, PhD, Tarcher Perigree, Penguin Random House, LLC, New York, NY, 2017
“Think Like a Cat, How to Raise a Well-Adjusted Cat – Not a Sour Puss“, by Pam Johnson-Bennett, Certified Animal Behavior Consultant, Penguin Books, Penguin Group (USA) Inc, New York, NY, 2000, 2011
“What’s the Best Litter Box for Senior Cats”, FitSeer.com
“What Your Cat Wants”, by Francesca Riccomini, Thunder Bay Press, Octopus Publishing Group, San Diego, CA, 2012, www.thunderbaybooks.com
Product Sources
Updated March 16, 2023