Best cat litter according to redditors
We found 288 Reddit comments discussing the best cat litter. We ranked the 102 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 288 Reddit comments discussing the best cat litter. We ranked the 102 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Poop/pee be stank. Here are my litter box tips:
hey, i actually had the same problem with my cat no matter what i tried ie peeing in front of door, on floor of cage, in bathtub, etc. i was ready to give him away because i couldn't stand it anymore.
out of desperation, i tried this litter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PKY7YA/ref=pe_2640190_232586610_pd_te_s_rp_im/143-3917075-9626860?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000PKY7YA&pd_rd_r=S079S5VPE7AZ6H3B4CCH&pd_rd_w=JQz3E&pd_rd_wg=SKC3y&pf_rd_i=email-ship-confirmation&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3227214142&pf_rd_r=S079S5VPE7AZ6H3B4CCH&pf_rd_s=email-ship-confirmation&pf_rd_t=40701 . Didn't expect ANYTHING to come of it, but immediately after I switched, he stopped peeing on the floor. I'm not sure why he changed so all of a sudden, but as of 6 months ago, he's had no accidents whatsoever.
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I love mine. I've had it for a year and a half., Instead of scooping every other day, I just replace the bag once every few days.
The smell can escape from the bag, but I generally throw some baking soda on top of the litter (which gets mixed in by the box doing its thing) which minimizes it.
One of the best things about it is that it makes the litter last forever. Since it's passively cleaning itself at all times, more thoroughly than we can with a scoop, you don't have to dump litter after a few weeks because its being less effective. I just top up the litter once a month.
A few words of advice if you opt to try it.
One, the pictures you see in the reviews. . . where all the litter is bunched up by the ramp were overfilled. When you set it up initially, fill it to the fill line incrementally with it plugged in and running.
Two, the motor will last much longer if you use a lighter weight cat litter. I use a walnut cat litter which does the job exceptionally.
Dr Elseys Ultra is the best, it doesn't smell at all and its very low tracking.
https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_4?crid=9IXJH5IAW5CF&keywords=dr+elseys+cat+litter&qid=1569269726&s=gateway&sprefix=dr+e%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-4
this cat litter from Amazon. I have to order the 40lb tidy cats when the Dr. Elsey's is out but the Elsey's is much better... There's barely any dust and doesn't smell like anything, clumps better, overall better
If you try the Arm and Hammer and you don't like it, I recommend Precious Cat Clumping litter.
I live in a small apartment with 2 cats and 2 dogs, and the litter boxes have to be in my bedroom. This litter is the only litter that doesn't make my room smell like piss or gross fragrance. It's low dust too, which is nice for my asthma cat.
Coming home and yelling at her does nothing but say to her that sometimes when you come home, you yell at her.
how does the cat get inside? Do they just jump the fence as well?
The only solutions I can think of are to shut the door but get one of these: https://www.amazon.ca/Peek-Boo-Keep-Kitty-Litter/dp/B00CXWS8UC
Raise the gate and put planks of wood underneath blocking the new empty space (leave a space for cat to get through)
Put planks of wood across the doorframe above the gate so she can't jump it (but cat cant get through)
Buy a taller gate
How do you know she will scratch the door if you've never tried?
Why is she being confined to begin with?
I'm going through something similar with my 18-year-old cat this year so I understand. It's tough!
Blood panel and urinalysis are step #1. Inappropriate elimination is often caused by UTIs, which may be easily fixed with antibiotics. The tests could also reveal other things like kidney disease at her age. You should also have her blood pressure checked regularly if you're not already doing so. (On a personal note: if your vet didn't do that already then seriously get another vet. A urinalysis is the first thing vets do in cases like this.)
At her age, mobility limitations may make getting in and out of litter boxes difficult. Try boxes with lower sides, maybe <6.5". Plastic under-bed storage totes work well and you can use a garbage bag as a liner if desired. Keep litter boxes clean and have at least two, preferably in low traffic areas.
If a UTI is excluded and kidney infection is unlikely then you could try a trial of fluoxetine (Prozac) or pain med like buprenorphine for arthritis, etc.
Containment is key while you're figuring things out. Here's what I've done in case it gives you any ideas:
If it's cognitive dysfunction (senility) there's not a ton you can do to fix the problem, just minimize the damage.
Here's the thing: My cat's peeing is mostly an inconvenience to ME and I'm not going to put him down for that reason alone, as much as the situation sucks. When it's time to give up for his sake I will, but he's been a wonderful cat and I can put up with this problem if needed. I'm willing to try everything (provided it's noninvasive to him) to alleviate the problem. It sounds like that's your view as well and I commend you on searching for solutions.
I wish you luck! It's hard but you might find that one little change (antibiotics, different litter, new box) fixes everything.
I didn't have that much problem with ours and the Citikitti. (She took to it pretty easily, though she did tend to protest enlarged holes by pooping in the bathtub.)
The secret for me was finding the Virbac CET chews which she'd get as rewards for proper pooping. She loves those things and will seek me out and lead me to the bathroom for confirmation of her pooping properly to get hers.
Another key was litter attractant. It worked pretty well. It initially got her to consider the tray and I've used it on occasion to lure her back to proper behavior if she decides she's having none of the balancing act.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_.jDSzbGP4S6HF
Oh! Excellent!!! You'll be so happy with your kitty. Here are some of my cats' favorite things:
(1) A view out an open window, facing a tree or some kind of natural shrubbery where he can chirp at squirrels or birds (if you have access to such a thing). Even if there's no "wildlife" in the area, cats like to look outside at passersby too.
(2) High places, like cat trees, or window ledge lookouts: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/images/Categoryimages/normal/p-21651-43327-cat.jpg
(3) Multiple sources of water, and preferably a running fountain. Amazon has one for $20 I think. Cats don't have much of a natural thirst drive but (males especially) are prone to urinary crystals. One of the best preventatives is drinking plenty of water, which cats are more likely to do if you give them a running source of it. You'll also find that some cats like to drink out of your own water cups lying around. It may not seem important that they get that much water, but my cat has been hospitalized twice for urinary crystals and that's way more expensive than a fountain.
(4) Scratchy posts and such. Keep them off your furniture!
(5) A litter box, preferably a covered one, in a private area. A rug underneath it will help with your own sanity because they'll kick the litter everywhere. I've turned the closet under the stairs (the Harry Potter closet) into a cat bathroom for my babies with a motion sensor light to give them privacy. I currently use this litter: http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1370152220&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=cat+litter I used to use World's Best but it was like they were crapping in crushed diamonds, it was the most expensive thing I was getting for them.
(6) A furry bed or basket with blankets. Cats love that velvety furry texture. Mine seem to love baskets, but really anything with high walls that encloses them. If you are low on $$ then even a cardboard box with some squishies to line it are excellent.
(7) Toys that act like actual prey. My cats love Da Bird and they love this crittery thing even more: http://www.amazon.com/Da-Bird-Catcher-maker-Feather/dp/B000LPOUNW/ref=sr_1_3?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1370151820&amp;sr=1-3&amp;keywords=da+bird, and I find it's more resilient than Da Bird (they yank on it). Toy mice and crinkle balls are also a favorite. Laser pointers, catnip-stuffed anything are also favorites. I've never known cats to really like balls or larger toys much. If it looks or acts like something they'd hunt, they basically go crazy for it. Again, if you're poor, you can easily make crinkle toys out of plastic bags (just watch the kitty during playtime and put the toys away when you're not engaging), or catnip-stuffed socks.
(8) Microchip! Collar! Kitties are good at sneaking through open doors. My cat is also insured and I've saved hundreds on his vet bills, it can be a good decision.
I can't say I'm the best with food recommendations. Sometimes it just really depends on your budget and how your cat likes and responds to food you're feeding him. If he has a glossy coat, minimal shedding, and a healthy weight, it's a good food choice. Hopefully someone else can chime in with what they're feeding their kitties!
There's a fancy and little pricey litter, here, but I had success with this on a cat that had litter box issues. And when you're stuck cleaning stuff everywhere all the time you try everything and this worked. I do think though the earlier comments are correct you should still take your cat to the vet to be checked out to be safe and maybe find other solutions.
I have a 12 yr old cat that started doing the same thing. There can be many issues that are leading up to this. I'll post more after I'm done eating dinner. Just know that it's absolutely possible (and quite likely) to fix this situation!
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Ok, so given what you're saying, this sounds like it's stress based behavior. The first thing that any vet is going to say is:
I know that she's already spent a lot of mental energy (and at least some money) on this situation, but it will take patience for her to figure out what can change to help her cat cope with this. Cats are very social creatures, and in your friend's case she has a 15 year bond with this cat. She has been this cats only friend and social companion for its entire life, so of course bringing a baby into the mix (who she now has to focus her attention on, and who all home routines now revolve around) stresses the cat out.
If your friend would like to talk, or if she has any specific questions, shoot me a message. If she wants to talk over the phone, I'd be happy to help Q&A there too. I'm not a vet, I'm not even a crazy cat lady (for one, I'm a guy). I'm just an IT guy with 2 old cats who went through a lot to figure out what was wrong with them.
I wanted one and I hate money... but I got sifting litter boxes off amazon, the ones with the top. My god it is literally the best thing I've ever done when it came to litter. Along with one of those poop boxes or whatever they are called that has the bag that you dump the litter into.
2 of these if you get these: Do not follow the instructions and leave the sifting pan in with the litter. Have a pan with litter, then the sifting pan, then the other pan. Take out the pan with the litter, dump it into the sifting pan, then pull out the sifting pan to sift the litter. Place sifting pan back in the empty pan, and place the litter pan back on top of the sifting pan.
1 of these
w/ these generic refils
with this litter
on these mats
It is the best system I have used and I have used almost everything. I had the litter robot gen 1 and ended hating it because it would get full so fast with 2 cats and then would get shit all over itself and then getting a bag in there was a pain in the ass and it stank
I would suggest getting at least one friend for him but preferably 2, assuming you want to start the cycle of rat ownership again. And you'll want to get rats of the same gender, unless you want babies once a month. Having 3 rats is very helpful if something happens and you lose a rat. It helps the remaining rats if they can cope with the loss of a buddy together and may lessen the chances of them getting overly depressed. And in most situations, the more rats you have, the happier they will be. They're highly social and tend to like having a bigger family.
If you're getting food at the store, stay away from seed mix type foods such as this. It's not healthy for them, and the dried corn in it can cause liver cancer. I'd recommend a block/kibble type rat food such as Oxbow. You can even buy the adult formula of Oxbow and just supplement with extra protein once or twice a week; and, in general, most rats don't seem to like the Garden Select variety, so keep that in mind too. You'll want to give them fresh veggies regularly and fruits as a treat (as too much fruit can cause runny poops.) I like referring to this guide when introducing new foods as some foods are very dangerous for rats, and some are only dangerous for a specific gender.
When getting a cage (NOT an aquarium) make sure you get 1/2" bar spacing to avoid escapes. And you can use this handy cage calculator to make sure your cage will be big enough. Some cages sold as rat cages are not actually big enough for adults to comfortably live and stretch out in. If you use a loose substrate bedding, stay away from cedar or pine (unless it's kiln dried pine) though kiln dried aspen tends to be the most recommended wood shaving bedding. Some people use recycled paper bedding, though it isn't as good at absorbing smells as the aspen or pine. If you use fleece, you'll need to change it more frequently than a loose substrate but it's much less messy, though terrible for controlling odor. I personally do a mix of both, loose bedding in the bottom of the cage and fleece lining the rest of the shelves.
You'll also want to consider getting a litter pan to litter train them, and use a different type of litter in the pan so they associate it with a bathroom area. I personally like using critter litter by Kaytee. Also, find a smooth flat rock to keep in the litter pan. For some reason rats like peeing on rocks.
You'll want to make sure to have enough hides, hammocks, etc for each rat to have their own if they aren't feeling like being cuddled up or just need a break from the other rats. Space pods are highly loved by most rats. I have 2 in my cage, one on each level. Cardboard boxes are a big hit as well. I buy cheap boxes of Kleenex and just shove the whole thing in the cage (after removing the plastic stuff around the opening.) They love "decorating" their cage with it, and they can use the box as another hide when they're done. PVC is also a big hit with a lot of rats. You can make little tunnels for them to hide or play in and some people even drill holes in them (for ventilation and) to suspend them from the roof of the cage to help change it up a little.
Also, you'll want to spot clean/pick up stray poops throughout the week until cage cleaning day comes. After the cage is clean (leaving 1-2 "dirty" things in their cage to prevent over cleaning, thus leading to over marking after you spent all that time cleaning) I suggest completely rearranging their cage each time. It keeps their minds stimulated and makes them highly interested in exploring their "new" home week after week. It's especially fun for them if you hide treats throughout the cage for them to find.
Lastly, you'll want to keep an emergency vet budget set aside. Rats don't need routine visits like a dog necessarily, but there is a high chance your rats will need to go to the rat at some point during their lives. They have a very delicate immune system and URIs are very common, as well as myco flareups, as almost all rats carry myco. You can read the article linked in the sidebar for more info on that. And in my experience, it tends to be emergency/short notice needs for the vet. Rats are prey animals and will hide an illness until they are no longer capable of hiding it, and by then they are usually pretty sick. Prices vary from area to area, but where I am, I expect to spend around $60-90 for a visit, including medications; from what I've read on here though, I'm on the lower end of the price range and some people easily spend double that.
Sorry this got a lot longer than I had expected it to, and if you read it all, thank you. If you have any questions, this sub is a great place and has a lot of great and very helpful people here. Good luck with your new baby (and future babies.)
Maybe try this?
Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract Problem Cat Training Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VVIgDbKX1Z9GP
Precious Cat Ultra Litter Attractant, 20 Ounces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yWIgDb997QP35
I believe they come with instructions on how to solve litter box issues.
I'd also put a litter box in the bedroom.
You can also get cat attract litter. We have had success with this Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Cat Attract Scoopable Cat Litter
cat attract litter
There are additives you can mix into litter (like this one) to persuade your cat to pee there. Might be worth looking into.
Since this isnt r/drugs can we source?? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J5GE3MA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_AygSBbK830JRW
The 'fish tank gravel' is silica crystals, most easily found in cat litter. It acts as a desiccant, drying out the air in the container and hence, the filament.
Bummer. Firstly, congrats on your new kitty bud! Have you taken him to the vet to make sure he doesn't have any health problems?
Secondly, it's definitely not too late to change his behavior, but you'll want to nip this in the bud. I assume you've washed your bedding - does it still smell like pee at all? It's very important that all of the smell is gone so that your cat doesn't smell his old pee and think, "this is the place to go!" I've had problems with my littlest cat peeing inappropriately and we had good luck removing all traces of urine by combining an enzymatic based cleaner with a peroxide based cleaner and soaking the items over night.
As far as getting him to use the litter box, you may want to purchase some cat attract litter. It's expensive though, so I've typically mixed it half and half with my regular litter.
This is the part you're probably not going to like. Have you considered putting an open topped litter box (with cat attract litter) in your bedroom? It probably wouldn't have to be a permanent addition - normally, once a cat has gotten comfortable using a particular box you can move it a few feet every few days until it's where you want it.
Something else to consider is that cats don't usually pee/poop where they eat, sleep, or hunt. You could try giving him treats on your bed, or bringing him to bed with you at night, or using a laser pointer to play with him on the bed.
Hope this helps! This can be a very frustrating situation but try to have patience!
Mine is cat litter. Why? Because I just took weeks out of work because my boo wasn't doing well, and my paycheck is suffering. Shit sucks moneywise right now. :(
I use silica gel cat litter tied in a panty hose sock. Just stuff the sock in the shoe when you take it off, absorbs the moisture and stink.
Just don’t use scented silica gel. Find some cheap panty hose knee high socks. I have some that have been in use for years.
https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Choice-Crystals-Bag-4-Pound/dp/B0017JFS3M/ref=sr_1_50?keywords=silica+gel+pet&amp;qid=1569237523&amp;sr=8-50
Try this product. My cat had the same problem. It wasn't as high as 40% miss but there would be days were he would wait until I woke up to take a shit in the middle of the hallway. I ended up with this problem x2 when I bought a litter robot because both of my cats had a hard time adjusting. The Cat Attract litter has been a life saver. There have been zero mistakes since I got it and it's been over a year.
We bought a litter additive for our cat in a similar situation. She's in a small room by herself with this in her litterbox and so far, so good.
Precious Cat Ultra Litter Attractant, 20 Ounces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WEs9ybK3EQ3ZH
I normally use it in a fish tank bag that's pretty much a fine mesh bag you can tie up but anything breathable works.
Silica is silica most places just charge 10x if not more for the same stuff as you can get at Walmart or Amazon. Just make sure to get non scented and i had the best luck with the pearl kind of litter it seemed to have less dust.
This is similar to what I've gotten in the past I believe. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HWE6F0/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;amp;qid=1498764006&amp;amp;sr=8-1-fkmr1&amp;amp;keywords=clear+silica+pearl+kitty+litter
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MY3L61V/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;amp;qid=1498764160&amp;amp;sr=8-4&amp;amp;keywords=fish+tank+filter+bags
Cat Attract Litter is the only litter my cat will pee on. Otherwise the floor is more attractive.
She took to it without much coaxing, but I did give her a treat after each litter box use as a reward. She was about 5 years old at the time, and 3 years later hasn't relapsed.
The funny thing is, you can get that shipped to your house in 3 days with Amazon Prime these days. For 18 bucks.
Edit - also, 40lbs!
Have you tried cat attractant (like this) in the litter? The rescue people gave us some to put in the box when we adopted our cat, they said it helps prevent accidents. I'm not really sure if it made a difference for our cat but it's something to try if you haven't already.
I use Precious Cat. I honestly don't know if it does anything, but it gives me a little peace of mind knowing I'm doing all I can.
Congratulations on your new kitty, hopefully the older boy will see her as a playmate!
Sorry I can't help you out - we're in the same boat financially - but I wanted to let you know that this stuff right here is great: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=36N3KEYR7492&coliid=I37BT3LL5HHPDH&psc=1
It lasts us much longer than Arm & Hammer, is better at odor blocking while being pretty much unscented itself (it doesn't have that weird cleaner-meets-citrus smell that litters like A&H have), and it's way cheaper than Arm & Hammer ($18 for a 40lb bag). If you haven't tried it before, I recommend checking it out when you get a chance (or adding it to your wishlist if you like).
Anyway, just wanted to let you know about it. We're a three cat household as well, so we're always looking for the best and most economical stuff when it comes to pet supplies.
Good luck!
As per my Rabbit vet and the rescue organization I got my second rabbit from, I feed my rabbit hay and also unlimited pellets. I was giving pellets 2x a day and unlimited hay, but the woman at the rescue organization said she keeps her rabbits on unlimited pellets (along with unlimited hay, as every thing you will read pretty much agrees on).
I was using care fresh but I found it still smelled bad and was difficult to clean the litter box. I spoke to the vet about this when I took my male in to get desexed and she suggested using this [cat litter](Feline Pine Original Cat Litter, 20-Pound Bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009YUEG2/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_jmpAub19JK845) with hay on top as you mentioned. I was using corner litter boxes prior, but when I got a bigger living space for the buns I changed to a cat litter sized tray like [this](Rubbermaid #2951-AR BISQUE 11.4 QT Bisque Dish Pan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DINAX/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_EupAub15DGBTM). I'm 10x happier with Feline Pine than any other bedding/litter stuff marketed for rabbits.
I also saw you keep the rabbit free range. How have you bunny proofed the room(s) he has access to? Has the rabbit been desexed yet? What kind of things are you providing for him to eat and drink? Do you have a water bottle or a water bowl?
Yesterday's News is a good option for a pellet kind of litter. It's made from recycled newspaper.
https://smile.amazon.com/Purina-Yesterdays-News-Non-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0002TIJB6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497016351&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=yesterdays+news
Another option is litter from walnut shells.
https://smile.amazon.com/BLUE-Naturally-Fresh-Multi-Cat-Quick-Clumping/dp/B00BPA12MO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497016410&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=walnut+cat+litter
I've recently started using Pretty Litter.
https://prettylittercats.com/
Congrats on the MC!
I have two MCs....
https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Drinkwell-Platinum-Fountain-Drinking/dp/B000L3XYZ4/ref=sr_1_5?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1542680300&sr=1-5&keywords=platinum+water+fountain
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https://www.amazon.com/Yesterdays-News-Non-Clumping-Unscented-30-Pound/dp/B0002AQ0BQ
here ya go, this is the best stuff
While a visit to the vet should most definitely be priority #1, I cannot recommend this product highly enough:
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1449858212&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=cat+attract+liter
I had a cat that suddenly started going outside the litter box. We tried everything - new boxes, twice-daily cleaning, you name it. We took her into the vet for the "last time" because I had a baby that was just starting to be mobile. The vet recommended this litter to us.
IT QUITE LITERALLY SAVED MY CAT'S LIFE.
It's a bit more expensive than regular litter, but it's not terrible and readily available on Amazon. Check out the page - lots and lots of fantastic reviews for this litter. Please give it a try!
I had an older cat who was fastidious about her litter box. Seriously, if you weren't hovering behind her waiting to scoop her precious royal poopsies, she'd get mad and go crap under the bed the next time. When she died it was hell cleaning the house.
The best thing that helped was using a Kitty's Wonderbox inside the regular litter box and changing it completely every other week. She also liked the Nature's Miracle Crystal Litter and when I added Cat Attract to the litter. Those things would get me the best result and then if I slacked off it was all over.
I've had my Siamese for almost two years and have tried several different litters. Luckily, he's never been picky even when he was a kitten. I found the latest one I bought is the best one at masking unwanted odors; it's made from crushed walnut shells. I get it from Amazon .
This one?
Have you looked into the flip handle ones? I love ours! https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=litter+box+easy+clean&amp;qid=1574389410&amp;sprefix=litter+box+easy+&amp;sr=8-5 There are cheaper ones too, this is just what I saw with a quick search.
I use this litter and don't have issue with odor: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009X29WK/
I had this issue as well when I first got it. I had to change litters. Now I use Dr. Elsey's Premium Clumping Litter, and I've also had success with Cat's Pride.
I recommend this brand from Amazon. For 40LBs, the price is currently at $13.10. It goes on a price "sale" often and the price varies a bit from time to time.
Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK
The litter does not smell and clumps wonderfully. The best part is for the benefit of the cat--when the cat kicks up the litter too energetically, there isn't a dust storm!
Rice is OK, but the starch dust can actually cause some issues with the keys in some scenarios.
https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Choice-Crystals-Bag-4-Pound/dp/B0017JFS3M
That stuff is the same stuff in those tiny pouches when you buy electronics. It won't leave everything mega-dusty (or gummy).
Crazy cat lady here, I have four in my apartment. Unless they are lying to me, everyone that comes over is always shocked I have cats because it doesn't smell like it "should". I have two air purifiers in the house these and I have this one that sits directly on top of the litter box. I've had my four cats around 10 years and also fostered probably about... 30. So I feel like I've tried it all and I finally have a good ritual and set up. I use this litter box because it's big and tall which they prefer but also easy to get inside when it's time to clean. I use this track mat because so far it's really done the best to keep the litter from traveling far from the box. And like you, I clean it 2-3 times a day. The litter that is. I use this litter which is LIGHT YEARS better than anything else I've ever used. One of my cats also has horrible allergies and this is the one litter I've found that she doesn't react to. It also doesn't dust so you don't have to constantly feel like poofs of litter are showing up around the house or on the carpet or furniture. I also vacuum every single day. I have one vacuum I use for the floor where there may be litter tracked and another I use that never touches litter. I think this is fairly important. This vacuum honestly is the best I've found for hair. Miracle worker. Unless you can afford the Dyson Animal. I also have this spray that I'll use for my carpet and fabric once a month or so and I feel like it makes a huge difference. And then lastly I also keep windows open whenever I can and I have this diffuser and put oil in it a few times a week and let it run for a bit, plus it looks cool with the lights :) Oh! and one last thing that I think is great... put one of those cardboard scratch pads near the litter box so the cat has to step over it to get anywhere else. Like off the track mat but near the box. I do this and all the cats inevitably use the scratch pad for fun when walking by it but I'm convinced it also cleans their paws from any litter left over before they start walking around the rest of the house!
Howdy. I have a little bit left over on an Amazon gift card. I just went to send you the cat litter, but the litter you've chosen won't show up until the 26th, even though it says it's Prime eligible.
Do you still want to use that brand, or find one that can get there faster? I found this one that says it can get there by Friday.
If you want to use a different kind of litter, let me know when you have it added to your wish list.
Also, when I found myself up shit creek without a paddle, I was also in Minnesota. If you have questions about navigating the social services system, I'll happily try to answer them.
Water bottles so I'll drink more water instead of soda or cat litter cause cats gotta poop on something besides the floor.
We could really use some cat litter. I think the why is kinda self explanatory. Plus my fiance lost his job last week and the week before that car issues basically wiped out our savings. He's looking for a new job now and still waiting for unemployment to kick in which always takes forever (gotta love New York state).
Edit: fixed typo.
My rabbit needs critter litter! Thanks for the contest!
I need this for my smelly kitties.
How many cats do you have? Even having more than two can cause the urination problems, especially if any of them aren't fixed. It's a territorial/stress thing.
There's a product called Cat Attract litter (https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1510447760&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=cat+attract&amp;dpID=51v5HA3HLqL&amp;preST=_SY300_QL70_&amp;dpSrc=srch) I've used in the past with good results, and it's not particularly expensive compared to any other kind. Feliway or some other calming pheromone product might help, too.
Buy a litter box, fill it with this. Put the litter box in your basement or a closet and scoop out the clumps every day or two. Be sure to carry the cat to the litter box several times during the first few days so he remembers where it is. I go through one of these bags of litter every two to three months.
If you have any other pets, keep the cat SEPARATED from other animals for 1-2 weeks while exchanging scents (with blankets/toys/etc.). The #1 thing cats don't do well with is change.
Total cost of ownership of a cat all depends on food. My cat eats a wet/dry mix of Wellness grain-free and Royal Canin Special 33. It's much healther than what most people feed their cat, so it's a more expensive. I'd say about $40/month. Cheap cat food will cost much less, probably around $20/mo (fancy feast classic). I'd recommend WET food over dry, dry food contains lots of grains which are NOT good or natural for cats (cats are like lions, meat-eaters!). Long term dry food will cause kidney problems.
If you decide to keep one, take it to the vet and get him tested/vaccinated/medicated ASAP. You can call the vet before hand to see what the cost will be. Take two of them!! Cats do really well with a brother/sister to play with.
Right off the top of my head, maybe try using a litter attractant? Read through the reviews, and there are some other good tips from people with similar behavioral problems.
Kaytee Clean and Cozy is my favorite soft paper bedding. It's kind of simlar to CareFresh, but I've found it to be superior in every way. It expands more, it's generally cheaper for the volume, and it's definitely less dusy in my experience. It won't be quite as good as fleece, because I think basically nothing other than maybe large shredded cardboard bedding would be the same.
I use fleece now for my rats cage, and in their litter boxes I've been using a mixture of Clean&Cozy and Yesterday's News, which is a pretty popular paper pellet litter. It's not soft though- literally it looks identical to my rabbits food; both my rats and my rabbits tried nibbling it when I first switched over haha. I don't think it would work well for a whole cage though; if you wanted to litter train, the two litters are different textures enough that the contrast might be helpful for box training.
I have not used that product, but I have used Cat Attract litter and it worked well. When we first took in our younger cat, she was a stray kitten with a bladder infection and was peeing everywhere. We used this litter to train her to the box and it was very helpful.
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i should have been specific about the litter:
https://www.amazon.com/Arm-Hammer-Super-Litter-Unscented/dp/B004U8Z7DI/ref=pd_sim_199_1?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=61FPkZxLRVL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL320_SR266%2C320_&amp;refRID=015CDH82BJ26F18PZJ9D
https://www.amazon.com/Arm-Hammer-Double-Duty-Litter/dp/B004U8Z436/ref=pd_bxgy_199_2?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=Y0FQSSRGN8QAV1JEAXYJ
I've used Tidy, Fresh Step, the regular A&H, and some other rando brands. Best I've ever found is A&H's Clump&Seal.
Every other variety had the problem you described except this one. It's kind of a thinner grain that clumps and dries well and its odor protection completely works as advertised.
Hugs!
Now I have that song stuck in my head. I love that song.
We've had financial problems lately and can't afford some things we need. I need this acid reducer because it would help with pain, or cat litter because we have 3 cats, or anything else from my wishlists. Or a giftcard that I can use toward food. If I order food myself, I can get the 15% Subscribe and Save discount, plus use any digital coupons.
Thanks for your contest :)
Forget about your worries and your strifes
Thank you for giving your bunny the best home possible :) Domestic bunbuns really do best indoors. You can use wood pellets instead of shavings (super cheap at the hardware store - ask for those with low ash content and just avoid cedar pellets). Alternatively, you can use cat litter brands made of recycled paper (a little more expensive, but still way more affordable than the bedding marketed for rabbits).
Edit: cat litter
Frankly, I'd love a couple bags of Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter ;)
Precious Cat Cat Attract Problem Cat Training Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_on00Bb4K217EP
This is what we used for kittens to train then switched to the precious cat litter by the same company. We had 4 four cats for 2 years in one litter box and this was amazing. All 4 cats had no issue using the same box.
I also recommend a paper box that you replace every month or so keeps the smell of litter box at bay.
I have my kitty set up in the guest room. I too HAVE to conceal the litter box because my dogs love to have a kitty poop snack and they dig into the litter and make a huge mess on top of everything. The solution was to get two LACK side tables from ikea (7 dollars each) and cover them with fabric on all sides with a single opening large enough for Lily to fit through. Underneath, there is a high walled litter pan and we are using Precious Cat as our litter. It is completely odorless and low dust. I only start to smell the poopies if I slack on cleaning it for 2-3 days (I know! sorry)
Whenever we have a guest over, which is rare any way, I simply move the litter box to our bedroom. The tables stay in the guest room as part of the decor and they don't even realize it was a cat toilet moments ago. And when we have people over that aren't sleeping, I can easily close the door and it's completely out of sight. I can even leave the cat in there and she'll be perfectly happy until the guests go away. Good luck!
Yes. I personally prefer this stuff because it is mostly dust-free and does a great job at absorbing and not stinking... I like the non-scented variety.
Edit to add: Carefresh is nice but this is comparable in a pinch.
I like to put the pellets in the bottom of the litter pan and then put some white fluffy stuff on top. It helps with the cost but I do it because the white fluff helps me to monitor bun's urine color and watch for sudden potential changes in wellness.
I had an issue with my kitten for the few weeks I brought her home. What I did was buy some of this 'cat attract' litter and bought a few disposable litter pans. I then put the pans near where she tended to go to the bathroom and after a few weeks of no accidents I removed the temporary litter pans. She's now two years old and has not once gone outside the regular litter pans.
I don't think attention is the problem, the little guy is just a few weeks old and doesn't know any better. :)
So, I'm assuming you're like me and have already gone online and did a bunch of research before asking here. If your cat cleared the vet check and you've done all the things the blogs have said (change the litter often, enzyme cleaner, blocked access off to the pee areas, removed stressors like neighborhood cats, etc), then I suggest a) changing the size/type of litter box to either a larger one or one that has a lower entry, and b) use cat attract. https://smile.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1496968977&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=cat+attract
I did everything, and my cats checked out fine, but for 6 months they terrorized my poor floors, always in the same spots. I used enzyme cleaner, but they'd just return... I used tape, foil, etc and they'd pee just right on it. At one point I blocked off all their pee areas for a month, and they used the boxes fine, but as soon as they were allowed access they found new spots in the areas. I changed out the top-entry boxes we had been using for 6+ years (same style, not the exact same box) to lower ones, and that helped, but it didn't fix all of it. The lower boxes + cat attract did it.
I tried to change back to the top-entry boxes with cat attract, but them cats wouldn't have it... Sigh. But that worked for us - lower boxes and cat attract.
Have you tried several litters? This one might help. It has good reviews on amazon for troublesome kitties.
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https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC
Hmm, we've bought the "Cat Attract" litter from the same brand and it sounds like it's the same stuff already mixed with litter. She used that for a couple of days then stopped again. But what the hell, I guess it's worth a shot.
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA
I live in the US so I don't think I can guide where to buy things. However, I can only imagine you have discount type stores similar to Walmart (if you have dollar stores I wouldn't buy food from there, toys should be OK).
TIPS
What I must have before I get a cat?
Things I should do as soon as I got him/her?
They say to isolate the cat when you bring them home so as to not overwhelm them. I personally just let Bambi out and she looked around the apartment and then hid under a bed for awhile. Don't be alarmed by this as a new environment is overwhelming for a cat and you are new to them. It can take several days to several weeks before they feel comfortable.
Where can I adopt a kitten?
I believe kitten season is coming up (at least here anyways) so you can most likely find them in shelters, and I would recommend you adopt from a local shelters. Most shelters will post their available cats/kittens online or on their website. You can do a search and find both (pet adoption search engine, and local shelters).
Good luck and enjoy your new furball when you get her!
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First thing you're gonna hear on this sub is get the boys checked by a vet. With cats urination issues are sometimes symptoms of very serious and sometimes fatal conditions. What you're also gonna wanna do is:
I'd also recommend you or your parents watch some videos on youtube by Jackson Galaxy aka the Cat Whisperer. This guy knows his stuff. Here's a few videos to get started:
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She might have a UTI, and is associating the litter box with her pain. Take her to the vet for confirmation.
Clean the area with an enzyme cleaner. Add another litter box as /u/ajru222 suggested. You can also add a litter attractant.
Maybe for the water try setting a faucet to a drip or light stream and see if she will drink that. Most cats love drinking out of the faucet, so maybe she will too.
One time when my cat was sick she wouldn't drink at all, and she hates wet food so we had a tough time. But we threw some of her treats that she really liked in a bowl of water and it sort of forced her to get some water in the process.
Also, I don't know how well it works, but there's stuff you can put in the litter box that is supposed to help cats use it. Something like this. Or maybe even just a different kind of litter might help. Oh, or maybe special bad-cat litter.
Here's one way to obtain large amounts of silica.
Cool, hope it works out for you. Here's an amazon link to brand we use. :) https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1504028387&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=fresh+step+crystals
Only for reference though, I didn't price hunt or anything. Chewy.com might have it.
My local pet stores do not carry it, so I purchase mine from Amazon. Your local stores may or may not. They also have a litter. https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Attract-CATATTRACT20-20-oz/dp/B000O5JXKO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1520777088&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=cat+attract
Well, you can go through the regular stuff and see if it helps:
• Dr. Elseys Cat Attract
• Feliway
• Breeze Hard Clay Litter Box System
My cat is also big at 15 lbs. He peed outside his covered litterbox for years. Then I switched him to an open litterbox, and since then he's peed in the box without incident. I think big cats just have a hard time using covered litter boxes. I have my open litterbox in our larger bathroom, which we don't really use much. It's a bit icky to have it in open view but less icky than cat pee everywhere.
I don't know how legit it is but Amazon sells cat litterbox attracting stuff.
Some cat food. My cat eats grain-free, and a change will upset his little cat stomach an awful lot. But a recent unexpected bill has made it so hard to buy some, and I don't want him to ever go hungry. I'm portioning it out as best I can now, but it won't last long.
I'm almost out of cat litter even more than I am out of food, though. Either one, really. I'm Turking as fast as I can. God, I don't deserve to be a cat mom.
I have a recommendation from a vet-student of mine: Purina Pro-Plan. It encompasses extremely high-quality ingredients, affordable prices and various flavors/specialty blends. The dry food or wet variant are both excellent for your kitty, but the dry food will be cheaper. I would use the wet food if the kitty doesn't adhere well to drinking water as the wet-food contains high amounts of water. If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to ask. Congratulations on becoming a kitty owner!
Here are my recommendations on supplies:
Litter box: http://www.amazon.com/Catit-Jumbo-Hooded-Cat-Litter/dp/B003RQVGKC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1376458653&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=litter+box
Litter scooper: http://www.amazon.com/Duranimals-DuraScoop-Litter-Scoop-colors/dp/B001DCAAP4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1376458674&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=litter+scooper
Litter: http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1376458691&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=cat+litter (cheaper if you buy this one at PetSmart believe it or not)
Kitten food: http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Plan-Chicken-Formula-7-Pound/dp/B003R0LLXU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1376458746&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=purina+pro+plan+kitten
Litter mat: http://www.amazon.com/PetFusion-SmartGrip-Litter-Gray-Twist/dp/B007SQFRMU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1376458842&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=litter+box+mat
I recently had this problem with a new kitten we brought home (she even peed down our floor air vent.)
How many litter boxes do you have? I read that some cats want more than one box for various reasons such as disliking doing both numbers in the same box or just preferring options. And they are more likely to remember to use them. (I have two boxes and two cats. I read I should have 3 boxes for 2 cats, but my cats seem satisfied now and I have no place else to put a 3rd box)
Also, you can try Cat Attract litter....I bought some and my kitten hasn't peed out of the box since I got it.
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC
I also second the vet recommendation too, just in case.
Great, thanks for that info on the aspen, it sounds like it won’t be the best option for litter boxes. For paper pellet litter, you’re talking about something like this,
https://www.amazon.com/Purina-Yesterdays-News-Unscented-Litter/dp/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=39IH0VULM46G9&amp;keywords=paper+pellet+bedding&amp;qid=1554233702&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=paper+pellet+bedd&amp;sr=8-1
?
Thanks again!!
Edit: JUST KIDDING, I just saw your post from 2 years ago that said yesterday’s news contains 40% sawdust.
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This Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter plus this Zero Odor keeps my two cat household odor free.
You should try using Precious Cat Litter. It's unscented, clumps well, and is highly effective at controlling odor. I have two cats and it's the only brand I will buy.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X29WK
On amazon.com it's 13$ for 40 pounds (so 18kg, so 4 box I was talking about) : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X29WK/
My sister gets Yesterday's News litter for our kitties and it's awesome. It looks a little weird but absorbs smell really nicely and it also absorbs pee so you don't have to scrape out those giant sticky piss clumps that cement themselves to the box every you go to clean out the litter. Even better it doesn't track kitty litter crumbs all over. My sister gets hers on Amazon but I've seen it at regular stores too.
Here's the link 😊 https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1495645333&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=yesterdays+news+cat+litter
I'm a bit confused why you think I'm suggesting a litter box every few feet but OK, I get litter boxes and babies don't go together. I would suggest adding a second litter box next to the first one if you have room. Just to see if it helps.
Try this enzyme cleaner:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002XJ11E/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Dr elseys does have an additive. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000PKUUU0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1457157309&amp;sr=8-3&amp;pi=SY200_QL40&amp;keywords=dr+elseys&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41jPhnsvrOL&amp;ref=plSrch
Fear cuts deeper than swords
Thanks for the contest!
I forget what it is specifically, but something in this crystal cat litter helps keep the windows from fogging
https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK
I believe it is the silica cat litter, like the little desiccant packs you get in electronics Ect.
Such as this.
Clear Choice Silica Crystals Cat Litter Bag, 4-Pound https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017JFS3M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_cJ8HybQG3YB3V
Jackson Galaxy is not a fan of the litter robot. because poop & pee get all over it inside.
this is the cat litter i use & i am a big fan.
https://smile.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1524180875&amp;sr=1-4&amp;keywords=cat+litter
I use a thin layer of [Critter Litter] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Superpet-Critter-Litter-3-63-Kg/dp/B0002DJG0U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1407748620&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=critter+litter) at the bottom of the potty and then Lavender Woodshavings on top - as well as changing the potty once a day - this seems to keep the smell to a minimum. Just make sure that your bun doesn't try to eat the critter litter pellets! I do use candles occasionally in the room also, but well away from the buns' cage and it doesn't seem to bother her :) *Edit - spelling
Better than rice, use silica gel which is most easily found in cat litter for example
This is the specific product I'm wondering about.
Looks cool, but too much work for me. The simplest and cheapest solution I've found is this:
Large trash can like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S5OBMUA/. Note the step pedal to open, and the inner liner/pail with the handle.
Basic rake and pan: https://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Clean-Response-Aluminum-Small/dp/B00L68MUTE
Crystal cat litter: https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Litter/dp/B001OQXEHK
Clean up the poop and dump into trash bag in can (same level of effort as the doggy septic tank), and after you're done, dump a scoop or two of the crystals on top. The whole point of them is that they dry out fecal matter, so the poop dries out and hardly smells. Once the bin gets reasonably full (I have a Corgi, and it usually takes weeks before I have to empty it; bigger dogs will be a different matter), tie the inner bag up, lug it over to the big trash bin using the inner can liner, and toss the bag.
I've been using crystal cat litter with my cats for years, and I love it. The dog poo can doesn't smell at all (and the smell isn't even that bad when it's open, because the crystals desiccate the poop). A bag of the crystals runs about $14, but last over several weeks, depending on how much scooping and poop there is.
We recently switched from that CareFresh style paper stuff to this walnut litter. I love it. It's not supposed to have a scent, but it smells sort of nutty to me. Makes sense, it's made of walnut after all. I noticed an improvement in odor over the paper litter, but it's not a huge difference. Scooping is incredibly easy.
Other people have good ideas in this thread but also there is special cat-attractive litter box training litter that you should try. It works for re-training too. https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA
I'm using this: http://www.amazon.com/Litter-Original-Crystal-7-Pound-Package/dp/B001HWE6F0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1395292406&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=litter+pearls
as it was the only litter that was silica based that I could find at the pet stores near me. I don't know if Exqusicat is any different, but honestly I feel like HF beads are the way to go for me. My humidity held at 68% for a day and then dropped to 50% later the next day, and then after stirring the litter and adding a tiny bit of distilled water the humidity skyrocketed into the mid 70's. It's just been too much work for the past five days and I'm looking for a bit more of a fire and forget solution.
I suggest this. I have a kitten who would go everywhere but the box. I almost had to return her to the shelter i got her from when they recommended this and it works.
I took a sip of something poison, but I'll hold on tight
Not having to buy cat litter for a while would be a huge help on our ever-tightening budget!
Thanks for the contest! <3 <3 <3
It's called Cat Attract, petco should have it. You might need to confine him to a bathroom with his litterbox so he gets back in the habbit.
Got prime. It's on sale:
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC
I started using this cat litter when I needed something I could easily order online, before I had been using Tidy Cats and this is just so much better. Tidy Cats clumps tend to break up and I had to just start with a completely new batch of litter every so often. I don't have to do that with this litter because any bits that are used just stick together so well. I recommend trying the small bag to see if you like it.
I like the idea of a grey sectional, and think a yellow accent chair and yellow and blue throw pillows would really brighten up the place. If you go yellow, find matching curtains. Curtains are a must!!
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I got this cat tower on Amazon. My cat absolutely loves it and it’s not ugly: cat condo
Also, I have this litter box, which you might want to check out to see if it would be good to keep the dog out: cat box
Tidy Cats Pure Nature It's the only litter one of my cats will use. It clumps well but the corn does tend to get slimy when wet, making clean up a pain in the ass.
Wheat Scoop
Feline Pine
okocat
Purina Yesterday's News
OurPets Switchgrass Litter
There is absolutely no reason for your cat to use what your mom insists on doing.
The Pet and Household deals no longer fit in the main post, even after editing out the prices, so here they are if you're looking for them:
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like others have mentioned, have him checked out by a vet to make sure he is not suffering from any medical conditions. such as urinary infections or something else.
Have you tried getting a new, bigger litterbox? perhaps use a large cardboard box or something to give him more privacy? my cat's BIG litterbox is walled off using a large free Amazon cardboard box. He can't see me and I can't see him while he's conducting business.
while cats can see very well in the dark, my cat prefers a little night light just above his litterbox... once when the bulb burned out, he didn't go to the litterbox... I changed the bulb and he was all fine again.(yes, I know... weird, right? maybe he's afraid of the dark?)
or try this type of litter? it's for litterbox training and supposedly attract cats to the litterbox... perhaps your cat needs some new encouragement... (also available at local pet stores)
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1499619785&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=precious+cat
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best of luck to you and your kitty! :)
What are you using for litter?
Is it just litter or are you putting hay over it?
As for switching out boxes, I think it's a good ideas. From my experience, buns like to pick "a spot". If you swap out the containers, there's a good chance it won't bother him in the least. You can always try it and if he doesn't like it, put the old one back.
As for litter, we've had a ton of luck with yesterday's news with a little hay on top of it.
Freezing on the inside? You have humidity issues my friend.
Are you running your heater on recirculate? Don't... At least certainly not in the winter. (am Minnesotan)
That said, if it's not, you can buy some silica cat litter, put it in a sock in your car and it will absorb the ambient humidity in your car and help a lot.
I had a similar problem and went for one of the litters meant to attract the cats (specifically "Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Cat Attract Scoopable Cat Litter" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X49IC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fRv-BbKVS9TF1) and it fixed all the problems instantly.
You should take the cat to the vet to rule out the possibility of a UTI. My cat did the same thing (due to stress) and we were also told to buy this to attract the cat to the litter box. I would also make sure to clean the litter box every day or even get a second one to put in another room.
Truthfully, I've never used a litter attractant, I just know it's a thing that exists - the animal shelter I work at sells a small assortment of basic pet supplies, and litter attractant is one of the products we sell. I am pretty sure this is the one we sell. It's got a 4-star rating on Amazon and mostly positive reviews, although there's a vocal minority for whom the product didn't work. Seems like it would be worth a try, at least, and if it doesn't work, at least it's not terribly expensive, at $12 for 20 oz.
No worries, I'd be concerned too if it were my cat.
Yesterday's news
https://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA
Have you seen these - https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76
I bought one a few years ago and it's a godsend. You can even go a step up with the litter robot that doesn't even need you to pull a lever.
It's this one i think https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76
https://www.chewy.com/dr-elseys-precious-cat-attract-cat/dp/32364?utm_source=google-product&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=hg&amp;utm_content=Dr.%20Elsey%27s&amp;utm_term=&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9begjoLP1QIVUyOBCh3Pdwx3EAQYASABEgKKMvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Litter-Attractant-Ounces/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=pd_bxgy_199_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B000PKUUU0&amp;pd_rd_r=QF6FZRV9XCSKEGZ1JNAW&amp;pd_rd_w=IeBJM&amp;pd_rd_wg=Q97vb&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=QF6FZRV9XCSKEGZ1JNAW
Have you recently changed litter? My cat started vomiting daily...really bad to the point I thought he was dying. Turns out he developed mild asthma and the perfume in most litters was causing a reaction.
I truly truly recommend this for all cat owners....
http://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA
PLEASE do not underestimate litter box logistics.
I live in a small apartment with three neutered males; 10, 8, and 3 years old, indoor only. Currently, I'm not having any issues, but I have worked hard to find the right litter box situation. The older ones have had all kinds of issues, including a serious kidney stone in the oldest, who got surgery a few years ago for it.
Maybe two years ago, we had a litter box problem where they were peeing in corners or close to the boxes. I had 4 of those igloos (rip off, do not buy) in the garage that they could easily access through a cat door. As it turned out, this was stressing out my cats. I can only speculate as to why -- perhaps one cat was being a bully and guarding the boxes, maybe the boxes were too small, maybe the sudden opening of the garage door was scaring them from going in the garage, etc...
so, to make a long story short, here is how I solved the problem:
Cats do not like to feel boxed in. They are sensitive little creatures. Although they like privacy, they also need to feel like they have an easy escape route if something scares them. Use 50 gallon storage containers, and cut a door for your kitty. Do NOT use a lid. No one likes looking at cat poop, but making them go in a little closed in box at their age could be causing the problem. These DIY litter boxes are cheap, and the high walls will prevent your fur babies from flinging litter all over. here is a good example:
http://catsadored.com/LITTERBOXES/litterbox-regular-height-wi.jpg
Now that you have 50 gallon tubs, you have plenty of space to fill. kitties like to dig -- let them! I was using the light weight pine shavings for a long time because dragging a giant bag of sand home was awful. That stuff isn't the best, and cheap kitty litter is, well, cheap. This litter had good reviews so I tried it and they loved it! Also, amazon prime will deliver it to your door. hehehe :3
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1450208844&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=precious+cat+litter
The general rule of thumb is one box per cat, + one more. So, if you have two kitties, you should have three litter boxes. I have 3 kitties, therefore I have 4 litter boxes. This way, no one fights, and if one cat is being a jerk, they have lots of other options. The hardest part in all of this is finding a place for the boxes. They're big, they're ugly, and they require easy access every day for cleaning. The important part is that they are spaced far apart. Don't let your cats watch each other go, it makes them uncomfortable. Maybe put one in each room of the shop, or house when you can finally bring them home. :)
I think I saw someone else posting about this too. The poor things sound like they are stressed. Help them out. You should also be showing your cats love and attention. They might not be around for all of your life, but you will be around for all of theirs. Maybe they are trying to tell you something.
sorry about the facebook link;
https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/1498230950479333/?theater
look into adoption if you feel like you've tried everything or you are simply done dealing with it.
I hope this helps. Also, sorry for the formatting, everything is now step 1. I don't feel like fixing it, nor do I feel like it's important. :)
This one was in the suggested products underneath. Not as sturdy, but it's something.
What kind of litter do you use?
Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_edvxyb609SWXJ
We use this and it's wonderful at keeping poop smells at bay.
I grow mine in recycled paper-based cat liter. Learned it from the local myclological society: https://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA
Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Ultra Cat Litter. That stuff clumps like a rock and smells nice - controls odor without being loaded with perfume. Minimal dust, too.
Alright I'm going to be completely honest here. I live in a studio apartment. I haven't cleaned my cat's box in... 13 days. It's getting done tomorrow morning, okay?!
Anyway. No cat smell here. All I can tell you is that I use Dr. Elsey's Ultra.
$14 for a 40lb bag.
It's not even a case of "You wouldn't notice it because you live in it all the time so you're used to it." - I'd notice it upon coming home from work if it were bad. I smell nothing here. Also, decent ventilation via windows helps.
I've got a self sifting box and use this crystal litter stuff from amazon....it's $45 for a pack of three, but they last usually two months between the three of them, so it's not too pricy
is this the brand?
I think this is the one we use:
Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal
I am pretty happy with it, and we've tried a few brands so far. I like that it isn't too dusty, but is still really absorbent and easy to sift. Also it lasts a while, I can just keep it topped up as it gets used without it getting too smelly.
I agree with the first poster - the unscented stuff is better because otherwise you're just smelling litter all the time. It's like chlorine in a swimming pool in a way - you can smell the litter box even when it isn't dirty because you're smelling the scent of the litter.
Also you're probably associating the scent of the air fresheners as well.
We have a larger space, so we have less of an issue, but we find that if it does get a bit smelly (like in hotter weather) we just need to open the windows once a day and get some fresh air into the place.
I use the yesterdays news litter in a breeze system litter box. It's the only thing that controls odor for me. All of the urine is soaked up in a puppy pad underneath the box, and then the litter disguises any excess smell whole also allowing urine to fall through the grate so my bun doesn't get yellow feet. I also put hay on top of this. Maybe you just need to try a different litter?? In the meantime, consider giving him so laxatone to allow passage for any foreign materials through his GI tract.
[yesterday's news litter ](Yesterday's News Cat Litter, Non-Clumping, Unscented, 30-Pound Bag, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UzHjyb9PKFD7B)
[breeze litter system ](Tidy Cats Cat Litter, Breeze, Litter Box Kit System, 1 Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001411SK0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PAHjybB6VN6HP)
[](Laxatone (2.5 oz) by Vetoquinol https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CQWEE2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mCHjybR50SXG0)
Put it in a sealed bag and put the bag in a closed container with some desiccant, like the crystal cat litter. Like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J5GE3MA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_y4pPCbMDZMQM4
For the sealed box I have something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C882DVV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h8pPCb5YNJPMA
I usually put the cat litter in a sock and tie it off. Cold is actually bad for the filament especially if you try to print with right after taking it out.
I live in the very humid south and this work even for the really hygroscopic TPU stuff.
If you’re really paranoid you could put one of these in the box:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H1R0K68/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iaqPCb7NZ81DB
I have even seen people cut a hole in the container just big enough to see the screen and seal around it (search on Thingiverse).
Hope this helps.
What are you feeding them? That will really cause their shit to stink.
Also, the best cat litter i've ever used is
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1422476523&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=cat+litter
Have you tried cat attract litter?
We use crystal litter
https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK
Oh I didn't even think of this one, that's a good one. We exclusively use this Arm & Hammer kind now, because it - and a top-entry litter box - helped keep our Dachshund out of the box. But if not this stuff, Tidy Cats or bust.
Kitten attractant is something already in litter made specifically for kittens. Dr Elsey's is the one everyone swears by (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X49IC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1468566476&amp;sr=8-2&amp;pi=SX200_QL40&amp;keywords=kitten+attract+litter&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41BSeOetVsL&amp;ref=plSrch). Also, pool noodles are an excellent idea. My kitten used to love to go behind the fridge until I wedged some between the tight spot she squeezed through and the fridge. Good luck.
I also live in a small apartment, and I have one of these. It's a nice alternative if you can't afford a robotic box. You still have to interact with it every day, but it's just a tug of a handle and you're done. It really does an amazing job of keeping the smell down to almost nothing, and it fits in any open nook you have. Literally the only space I have to put the thing in my place is in a corner in my kitchen (large kitchen), but no one even realizes it's there. And, my super picky cat has no problem using it, as long as I leave the flap open.
Okay I assume this is fine?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Also what should I do until it arrives on Friday? Any suggestions on how to allow my kitten to adjust easily?
We use the Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter. Our 2 cats go through a 40lb bag a month. It's pretty cheap too.
I'm going to give advice based on my current cat. The initial start up is much more than daily running costs.
Initial Startup:
TOTAL STARTUP: $571.35. Please note that our cat is 100% healthy and we had a compassionate vet.
Ongoing costs:
TOTAL MONTHLY COSTS: about $75. Some months are much less, some are more.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
We use these door latches I bought from Amazon to keep our puppy out of the rooms that have litter boxes in them. She is big enough now she can't squeeze through, but the cats can.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CXWS8UC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
If you do pursue a fridge, check out open box options. I picked up an Kolfront 28 Open Box $149 and a Scratch & Dent for $85; one for a beer cellar, one for a wineador. I can't tell the difference between the two. link
I put kitty litter in three trays (two beneath my hidden compartment and one sitting above my boxes) with no problem. HF beads were 3x the price and I've done great with KL. No matter what you chose, yup, the sack/tray of beads will fit under the shelving.
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(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HWE6F0/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1)
It holds at 69% throughout my wineador (after an initial spray with distilled water), without a fan (the temp is on the lowest setting, circulating air and keeping things at ~65 F.)
I bought 4 drawers and 2 shelves from Forrest, but quickly figured out box tetris is much easier with just one shelf.
I concur that towers are a better option, if you don't plan to plug in the fridge, and probably more economical once you get past the ~500 cigar mark. That said, I bought a wineador for temperature insurance; it gets wicked hot in DC. If you know you're moving, I suggest wineador.
Dust free litter is going to have a big impact. If you like clumping but want to make things easier for your kitty, try Precious Cat - I stumbled across it on Amazon two months ago searching for a low/no dust litter for our home. It IS clay-based, but it isn't as processed and doesn't have fragrance additives. Going from Fresh Step to this has done worlds of good in my home. I've already converted my mom.
> Arm n Hammer C&S: http://amzn.com/B00HJJUS1Q . It works.
Why does it come in such strange package sizes? 14, 19 and 28 lb. Why not 15, 20, 30? Is that common in the US? Are these values special somehow?
This is what I use.
https://www.amazon.com/Buffalo-Naturally-Fresh-Multi-Cat-Clumping/dp/B00BPA12MO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1466985536&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=blue+buffalo+walnut
I’ll advocate for cat here! Same apartment situation as you, and my boyfriend and I rescued a kitten a few months ago. We purchased a covered litter box from amazon basics and arm and hammer clump and seal litter. We’ve had guests come over to our apartment and they claim that you would never know a cat lived with us. We clean the litter box every night and change out the litter and scrub down the box once a month. As a person with a very sensitive sense of smell, I can also say I’ve never had a moment where I can smell her litter. Just make sure you pour a good 3-4 inches of litter and you’re set!
Litter box: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Hooded-Cat-Litter-Standard/dp/B075357QFB/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=covered+litter+boxes+for+cats&amp;qid=1575129261&amp;sprefix=covered+lit&amp;sr=8-4
Litter: https://www.amazon.com/HAMMER-Clump-Platinum-Litter-Multi-Cat/dp/B01M64FECB/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=arm+and+hammer+cat+litter&amp;qid=1575129436&amp;sprefix=arm+an&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFLWEtSNTBJTVkyMEEmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MDU5OTIzTDZFSDBHNVlUTzBRJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxMDc0NzRWTEFPNkJZQTBLTjQmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
>we punish him
Well like I just said, that won't do anything. Ever. The chances of that having any positive effect on his behavior is exactly 0. So fuck off with that, you're pointlessly pissing off the cat and achieving no results.
Keep the litterboxes as clean as possible, which is easy enough to do with a cleaning in the morning and at night- shouldn't take more than 5 minutes. Make sure they're big enough for the cat and deep enough for enough litter (3" deep is generally recommended). Use this shit. It's cheap and cats love it. Don't have a litterbox near where they eat, cats like to keep all their businesses separate- food, water, and litter locations shouldn't be close together.
"Litterboxes" wasn't a typo by the way, the rule of thumb is that you should have one litterbox per cat in the house plus an additional litterbox. One cat = two boxes, two cats = three boxes, three cats = four boxes etc etc etc. Have them be somewhat spread throughout the house. Have one in your room or bathroom if your cat goes there a lot.
If your cat is "marking" aggressively then pheromone diffusers can sometimes help, but it really varies from individual to individual and it can take 2 weeks or so before it typically has a result, so it's kind of frustrating to use it if it doesn't end up doing anything. If you're out of options then you may as well try, though.
Is your cat declawed by any chance? Declawed cats fucking despise litter because it irritates their amputated toe stumps so they tend to poop outside of the box.