These Clumping Cat Litters Make It *So* Easy To Maintain A Clean Box (& They'll Fight Odor, Too!)
byMasha Vapnitchnaia
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For those living with feline friends like I do, choosing a clumping cat litter is not as simple as adding any inexpensive option to your cart. The best clumping cat litters are all clay-based, which in contrast to non-traditional litter materials (like walnuts or grass) is the most effective at controlling odors. These clumping formulas are also low-dust and will form solid clumps of waste so that all you're left with in your box is clean litter. Which particle size and scent (fragranced or unscented) you choose will come down to personal preference.
Odor-Control & Scent
Clumping cat litter is already known for having better odor control than the non-clumping kind, but to ensure foul smells at bay, even more, you may also want to look for formulas with baking soda or charcoal included. Both of these ingredients absorb moisture and neutralize odors, making for an even cleaner box.
Of course, going with a scented litter may also help mask smells, but keep in mind that that you could end up choosing a perfume that your kitty doesn't agree with. So, be mindful of their behavior and adjust if it seems they are avoiding the litter box.
Granule Size
Particle or granule size is also a matter of preference. Personally, for my cat, I like the smaller particles (found in finer, sandlike formulas) because I've found that wet stuff sticks together much more easily making them a cinch to scoop and discard. Other feline owners may, however, go for heavier gauge, medium-sized granules because they're more difficult for your kitty to kick out of the box and thus there's generally less dust and less tracked around the house.
Finally, as a cat owner, you know that the maintenance of your litter box is a regular job, so the best clumping cat litters then should also work for your wallet. The picks below were all chosen with that in mind. Most are under $0.80 a pound and available in large bags that will last you at least a couple of months with regular cleaning.
Find the best solution for you and your feline below.
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