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Automated Litter Boxes

'CATOLET' is a Next-Generation Litter Box for Cats and Small-Breed Dogs

— November 27, 2017 — Lifestyle
CATOLET is a unique and fully automatic litter box for cats and small dogs that does not require any litter filler or cleaning up. Everything is quite simple–the CATOLET device connects directly to water supply and sewage. A plumber is not needed to connect the CATOLET in 90% of cases. It hooks up to cold water intake from a sink, toilet or washing machine. The drain hose merely hooks over a toilet rim or the drainpipe behind a washing machine. To ensure power supply, CATOLET can be directly connected to the power source or run on the built-in accumulator, which is able to hold the charge up to three months without the need to be recharged.

Inside CATOLET, there is a conveyor system that removes the waste and cleans itself up automatically. It allows users to have a clean litter box without any hassle or extra attention while a pet owner may carry on with their daily chores. CATOLET will not only simplify one's life but also help pet owners save money and time.

Preorders of the CATOLET litter box will be available on Kickstarter starting November 23rd for a limited time, with early-bird special pricing and additional discounts available.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Pet Care - The development of next-generation, fully automated pet care equipment continues to grow, paving the way for a range of smart and connected products that offer simplicity and convenience to pet owners.
2. Simplification of Daily Chores - With many people stretched for time and seeking ways to simplify their daily chores, fully automated products like CATOLET offer an innovative way to reduce time spent on mundane tasks.
3. Sustainable Pet Products - Fully automated litter boxes like CATOLET, which don't require litter filler, offer a more sustainable option for pet owners looking to reduce their environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Care - As the use of fully automated equipment for pet care continues to increase, there is a growing opportunity for businesses to develop and sell smart and connected products that are designed to provide pet owners with convenience, simplicity, and value.
2. Home Automation - As smart-home technology continues to advance, there is an opportunity for the development of fully automated products like CATOLET that seamlessly integrate with other home automation systems and offer an innovative way to simplify daily tasks.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - Manufacturers of pet products have an opportunity to appeal to environmentally conscious pet owners by developing more sustainable products, like self-cleaning litter boxes, that reduce waste, energy usage, and environmental impact.
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