Litter Type | Pros | Cons |
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Clay | Affordable, absorbent, odor control | Dusty, heavy, not eco-friendly |
Clumping | Easy to scoop, odor control | Can be dusty, more expensive |
Pine | Natural scent, biodegradable, low dust | Non-clumping, frequent changes needed |
Recycled Paper | Eco-friendly, absorbent, low dust | Non-clumping, less effective odor control |
Corn | Biodegradable, clumping, lightweight | More expensive, may attract pests |
Walnut Shell | Biodegradable, absorbent, low dust | Non-clumping, dark color, less odor control |
Crystal | Excellent odor control, highly absorbent | Expensive, some cats dislike texture |
Tofu | Biodegradable, clumping, low dust | Hard to find, more expensive |
Wheat | Biodegradable, clumping, odor control | May attract pests, cats might eat it |
Factor | Importance |
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Odor Control | Essential for maintaining a fresh-smelling home; clumping litters with baking soda or activated charcoal excel 12 |
Dust Levels | Low-dust options like crystal or pine are preferable, especially for respiratory health 23 |
Tracking | Larger particles or low-tracking formulas reduce mess around the litter box 23 |
Environmental Impact | Biodegradable options like corn, wheat, or walnut shell are eco-friendly choices 45 |
Cat Preferences | Unscented, fine-particle litters are often preferred by cats 12 |
Cost | While some options are pricier upfront, their effectiveness may offer long-term value 35 |