Clumping cat litter: our selection

What

exactly is

? It can be mineral, for example composed of sodium bentonite, an ultra-absorbent clay, or silica, crystals known to control odors. It can also be vegetable, and there are multiple materials in this category. The big difference between clumping and non-clumping litter is that the former will clump together and when you clean it you only remove those clumps, whereas with regular litter you only remove the stool and you turn the urine soiled material over a bit to aerate it. This is why a clumping litter offers an advantage in terms of hygiene. Maintenance is also very practical.

Which plant clumping litter and mineral clumping litter should you choose? Plant litter is generally more environmentally friendly because it is biodegradable. As they produce less dust, you can say goodbye to streaks on your beautiful cat pillow or on the floor. In general, they are a little less absorbent than mineral litter. A mineral clumping litter for your cat can offer a very high level of absorption and effectively retain odors. But all of these concerns are human. The big question is: what does your cat think? It is possible that a cat may prefer one litter to another. You must therefore be attentive to his behavior as soon as you change the litter box. Our comparison of clumping litter will help you make the right choice.

Our selection :

Why choose clumping litter for your cat?

Make cleaning easier

With clumping litter, clumps form where your cat pees: it reacts to humidity.

The same phenomenon occurs on days when he has diarrhea.

You should remove these clumps, preferably every day, although some clumping litters give you more breathing space than others between cleanings.

You then put in some litter, so that there is always enough of it.

A layer of about 5 cm is recommended in the litter box.

Hide odors

With non-clumping litter, cleaning leaves much more to be desired.

You remove poop every day and completely change the litter box when it gets too dirty.

However, between each emptying, you will generally stir the litter.

You don't see the dirty places and the clean places, they are mixed up.

The litter box is constantly dirty and smells bad quickly.

Take care of your cat

Using clumping litter is therefore undoubtedly healthier for your cat.

It also makes the environment more pleasant for you and your family.

Not to mention that it's easier to clean and more economical, because you use less clumping litter than conventional litter.

What are the most effective clumping litters?

Clumping litter forms different clumps depending on the brand and the product.

Some clumps are too crumbly, which makes cleaning up that much difficult.

It can also get in the way of the cat in its litter box.

But most clumping litter forms fairly strong, sometimes very strong, blocks that don't break when you pick them up.

Instead, some materials will form flat clumps, which can make cleaning even easier.

That said, the best clumping litters are those that form clumps where moisture is trapped inside.

The exterior of the clumps is relatively dry, which is even healthier for the cat and easier for cleaning.

The ability of a litter to clump and its power to control odor are not always related.

There are clumping litters which very quickly form solid clumps, but which are not the most effective in retaining the smell of urine.

Conversely, a good anti-odor litter can be clumping, but the blocks are not compact enough.

On the other hand, against odors, clumping litter is generally more effective than traditional litter.

What are the benefits of clumping cat litter?

Better litter box hygiene

The first benefit of clumping litter is better litter box hygiene for your cat and everyone in the household.

Easy litter box cleaning

Next comes cleaning the litter, a task that is never pleasant, but can be extremely unpleasant when you empty dirty classic litter into a garbage bag.

You also empty a bin of clumping litter into a garbage bag, but it's easier to remove clumps than a pile of granules.

In addition, odors are better neutralized by clumping litter and some can even be flushed down the toilet.

Be careful, when we talk about disposable litter in the toilets, it is not a question of throwing all the litter in the drains, when emptying it and disinfecting it, but only the few clumps that you collect on a daily basis.

Daily cleaning is simplified, as is emptying the litter box.

With a clumping litter, you will loosen what is left at the bottom of the box with a shovel, which is much easier than with a regular litter.

Less dusty

Another advantage of clumping litter is that it is less dusty than non-clumping litter.

However, this characteristic varies according to the nature of the granules or crystals, vegetable or mineral, and according to the quality of the product.

You see that the litter box is too dusty if your cat leaves traces while walking after it leaves its litter box.

A litter mat can help, if you are having this problem.

Like a cat placemat preserves its eating place, a litter mat captures dust from its paws before it can spread it on the floor.

Less volatile

Clumping litter is also less volatile, meaning you find fewer pellets next to the bin.

Again, not all products are equally static, but you can still see the difference between clumping litter and litter that isn't.

Where to buy clumping cat litter?

Clumping litter is a huge success. All manufacturers of cat litter have their own clumping product. Several offer it in different versions, for example with or without perfume, vegetable, mineral ... Many brands have made it their specialty, with ranges of clumping litter or a variety of packaging. It is therefore easy to find this product in pet stores, in stores or on the internet, and on many merchant sites that have a pet store.

On the other hand, it is less easy to get a cat used to a change of litter!

Some don't mind it, but sometimes a cat prefers to defecate elsewhere when you use a new litter box.

To avoid this problem, start by mixing the new litter with the old one.

This is a good way to gradually get your cat used to the change, especially if you are switching from a non-clumping litter to a clumping litter.

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