THE HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES THE BEST SELF CLEANING LITTER BOX

New York, NY, May 1st, 2009- Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box, chosen over other models in tests by the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute for its superior cleaning ability and ease of use, and because it was the litter box most preferred by cats.

The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute conducts systematic testing of leading products, often working in concert with experts, independent laboratories, or consumer panels to analyze results and determine which products are "The Best."

A pet behaviorist was commissioned to test each model and the expert lauded The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box's ability to remove all of the cat waste, unlike lesser models that clogged or left waste behind.

When a cat enters The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box it initiates a 10-minute timer. When the timer reaches zero, the litter box's rake automatically runs through the litter, picking up the waste and depositing it into a sealed bin.

The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box was the only one used consistently by the cats over a 30-day period, unlike other litter boxes that some cats visited once but never returned to use. The animal behaviorist attributed the cats' preference for The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box to the ramp on the front of the box that made entering and exiting easy and the roomy interior that was the largest of all models tested.

"The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box is cleverly designed to benefit both the pet and the pet owner," explainedTara-Ann Dugan, Product Research Manager. "It has a carpeted ramp that is not only soft on cats' paws but it also collects litter that would otherwise be tracked through the home."

The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box earned the highest score for ease of use. It requires only minor assembly, comes with a specially designed tool that makes cleaning the rake fast and easy, and has four carbon filters that eliminate unpleasant odors.

The Best Self Cleaning Litter Box is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $129.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

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