From time to time, I discover organizations and individuals that stand out in amazing, passionate ways. They have vision and purpose to help pets–and those who love them–in unique ways. To honor them and the great work they do, I host them on this blog.
In this time of giving thanks, I know many people who cherish their pets as part of the family. I’ve often written about caring for senior pets, but have perhaps been remiss in addressing the other end of the equation: aging pet lovers. Recently, I met Amy Leiker online and her product offered a “doh…but of course!” moment. When her Aunt Jody cared for a neighbor’s cat during their hospitalization, she reached out to Amy to brainstorm how to help simplify the cat’s care for when the neighbor returned. Caring for cats of any age means helping make the care easier for the human.
Enter, the LoftyLoo, a US-made product designed as an ADA-accessible option for cat lovers who either are unable, or have difficulty, taking care of kitty potty duty. I’m please to share more information about this innovative product. Sometimes I discover great SCHTUFF that I just gotta shout about!
Perhaps you–or someone you love–would love this option. Looks like the cats are fans already! For more information about LoftyLoo™ Raised Litter Station, shop and visit LoftyLoo.com.
Why the LoftyLoo™
With 46.5 million U.S. households owning at least one cat, Amy and Jody believe the health and well-being of cat owners are often overlooked. Millions of Americans live with chronic pain or rely on mobility aids: nearly 54 million suffer from arthritis, over 20 million endure chronic pain, and around 3.3 million use wheelchairs. LoftyLoo™, the first-ever ADA accessible Raised Litter Box, is changing that by making litter box maintenance safer and easier for those who need it most.
LoftyLoo™ was designed to serve the needs of disabled, aging, and mobility-challenged pet owners and engineered to be easier on a cat owner’s joints, eliminating the need to bend down to maintain the litter box. Owners can safely sit or stand while cleaning, making it a life-changer for individuals with limited mobility or those wanting to reduce strain on their back and knees. By alleviating physical strain, LoftyLoo™ allows cat owners to continue caring for their pets without compromising their health.
What Is the LoftyLoo™
This offers more than sitting a litterbox on your countertop–which may be TOO high for some people. The litter box fits in the top of an attractive cabinet on wheels, sized perfectly for those with accessibility challenges. It offers storage space underneath and sits on wheels making it easy to move wherever needed. The recessed top fits most cat litter boxes.
Empowering Seniors and People with Disabilities
For seniors—25% of whom live alone and rely on their pets for emotional support—LoftyLoo™ promotes independence and restores dignity, enabling them to care for their pets without help.
My Dad recently moved to assisted living–where they’re allowed to keep small pets. Care issues have prevented him from indulging his 97-year-long love affair with pets. While visiting him, I saw a few dogs but rarely cats–likely because of the litter box cleaning challenge. LoftyLoo can be a game changer.
Meet Diane O’Connell, 93, a cat owner living independently in Kansas City, Missouri. She relies on a wheelchair and cane. O’Connell, like 20% of cat owners with disabilities or chronic pain, struggled to care for her cat’s litter box.
“Even when you’re old, you like to do things yourself. I haven’t been able to clean my cat’s litter box in years because I couldn’t bend over to the floor,” O’Connell said. “My daughters used to have to come over to do it for me. Thanks to LoftyLoo, I can maintain the litter box myself now.”
LoftyLoo™ is designed for easy maneuverability, allowing pet owners to clean in and around the unit effortlessly. Featuring locking wheels and built-in storage to discreetly hide supplies and control odors, it keeps essentials within reach, offering a sleek, all-in-one litter station for pet owners.
Not Just for Seniors
Cat Approved: Cats love and often prefer what I call “second story territory” on high levels. This puts them out of reach of rude dog noses, while offering a perching place to supervise and watch the world.
Preventing Dog Litter Box Snacks: Don’t blame the dog! Your pup naturally may like the “kitty presents” left in the box, hissing off your cat and causing litter box problems. With this elevated option, management is easy.
Toddler Safe: Cats also prefer large facilities, open to the air to avoid condensing stinky aromas. The design lets cat pose as needed and avoid ambushes by other critters. It also puts the cat potty out of toddler reach.
Litter-ally for Cat Lovers Who…
- Need accessible options
- Have pesky dogs
- Ramp/stair compatible for cats needing a step up
- Live with (or have visits from) babies/toddlers
- Suffer from injury/surgery, or achy joints
- Provide cat-positive environmental enrichment
- Like clean, attractive furniture
- Want to gift cat-egorical independence to a special purr-son
About LoftyLoo™ Raised Litter Box
LoftyLoo™ offers the first ADA-accessible raised litter box, ideal for disabled, aging, and mobility-challenged cat owners. Its ergonomic design promotes independence and safety, ensuring a secure and convenient cat care experience. Shop and visit www.loftyloo.com.
Your Turn
How do you manage your litter-ary duties? Is this an option that you might consider for yourself, or a special friend? Do tell!
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