1) CatSpot Coconut Non-Clumping Cat Litter
It coats and dehydrates solid waste very well and does not “cement” to the litter box. We also like that it is unscented that the bag is recyclable. According to CatSpot, their coconut litter can absorb 560% of its weight in liquid.
Dr.
Elsey's Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter is a premium litter full of qualities that make it a top choice. It's 99.9% dust-free and is unscented, so it won't irritate sensitive respiratory systems. This low-tracking formula won't stick to paws, so more of the litter stays in the box instead of on your floor.
Covered litter boxes may trap odors and make the human environment smell better but for those reasons they may not be as desirable for the cat. If boxes are not cleaned regularly, the odor may be aversive to them.
1. Switch to a “dust-free” litter. Clay litter contains silica dust, which often ends up stuck to paws and tracked around your home. Switching to a dust-free litter or one that boasts dust control can help to prevent this from happening.
Cats likely dig and cover their waste to hide their presence from visiting predators, who might be attracted by the scent. Covering waste may also help cats to avoid parasites.
YOUR CAT MIGHT NOT LIKE it.
Self-cleaning litter boxes aren't ideal for all cats. Larger cats may not comfortably fit inside many models, and some cats are put off by the appearance and sound of the machinery. Bottom line: if your cat doesn't use it, it's not worth it.
How Often Should You Change the Cat Litter? If you use a clumping litter, it's best to scoop the box daily and change it out completely at least monthly. If you have more than one cat, it may be best to change the cat litter more often, every 2-3 weeks.
A variety of studies have found that cats prefer their litter to be soft and fine-grained. A recent study compared three types of unscented litter—wood pellets, silica microgranules, and nonclumping clay granules. Overwhelmingly, the cats chose silica and clay over the pellets.
Most cats prefer the soft, sandy texture of scoopable litter. If the litter has large granules or is pelleted, he may not like the feel against his paws. Litter that sticks to his paws too much or is too dusty can also lead to aversion.
What types of litter can you flush? You can flush down the toilet any litter that's made of corn, wheat, tofu, shredded paper, or wood remains. Some pine varieties are not flushable, however. The best way of knowing whether you are allowed to flush your cat litter is to make sure that you read the label.
Both PrettyLitter and Fresh Step litters also offer odor control to promote a naturally fresh and tidy cat litter box. And because they are both types of non clumping cat litter, they work in a pretty similar way.
We don't recommend buying an automatic litter box because, generally, they're expensive, they're loud, their scoops can get gunky or clogged, some models take 30 minutes to 1 hour to scoop, the litter beds are tiny, and the sensors don't work for cats that weigh less than 5 pounds.
For the most part, all experts agree…the litter box should be scooped 1-2 times each day. “Litter boxes should be scooped at least once or twice a day, and it's even better if you can get to it as soon as your cat has finished his business,” said By Dr. Stephanie Janeczko in this featured post on Petfinder. Dr.
Litter box issues can be a cat's way of letting you know something is wrong. Cats can suffer from urinary tract infections (UTI), bladder infections, emergency urinary blockages, arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, and other conditions that may affect their litter box habits. 2. Consider your cat's spay or neuter status.
If you have multiple cats, they may be comfortable enough with each other to share the same litter box. However, there are several reasons, including territorial behavior, why some experts would advise at least one extra litter box in your home.
Some cats adapt to a change of litter without any problem at all, while other cats may feel uncomfortable using a type of litter that they didn't use when they were young. If you think your cat may dislike her litter type, texture or smell, try offering her different types of litter to use.
Dr. Elsey's Paw Sensitive Litter is made for cats with sensitive paws or that like a finer, softer texture. Paw Sensitive is a premium scoopable litter with superior clumping ability and ground to an ideal granule size that provides a more comfortable texture for a cat's tender paws.
Cats keep themselves pretty clean — much cleaner than dogs. But they're still using those paws in the litterbox, and walking around on them too, which raises the potential that they're picking up dangerous germs and bacteria and tracking them across your kitchen counters.
It's easier to scoop
With clumping litter, the waste is contained in tight clumps that are simple to remove with a scoop. Clumping cat litter is highly absorbent and designed in a way that each time your cat uses their tray, firm clumps are formed which can easily be removed.