Organic cat litter or mineral cat litter - which is best for my cat

Cats attach great importance to cleanliness. As a responsible cat owner, it is therefore all the more important that you provide your cat with a clean toilet. Choosing the right litter is as crucial as it is important.

Mineral cat litter: high absorbency and reliable clumping

Mineral cat litter: high absorbency and reliable clumping Mineral cat litter is also known as bentonite cat litter. It is one of the most popular and widely used types of litter. Bentonite is a natural clay rock that has very special properties:

• Outstanding absorbency and swelling capacity: Bentonite can absorb many times its own weight in liquid.
• Reliable lump formation: On contact with moisture, the litter takes on a loamy-solid consistency.
• Effective odor binding: Depending on the litter, it effectively binds odors. Sometimes activated charcoal or a baby powder fragrance is added.
• High yield: The solid lumps can be easily removed with a shovel without any great loss of litter.
  
  

Organic cat litter: sustainable and environmentally friendly

Organic cat litter: sustainable and environmentally friendly Natural cat litter made from plant fibers such as grasses, corn or other plant-based materials is becoming increasingly popular and effective. High-quality natural litter, such as the one we offer in our range, is particularly impressive:

• Complete biodegradability: Natural litter made from plant-based materials is environmentally friendly and resource-efficient
• Excellent odor absorption: The litter is not only extremely absorbent, but also prevents unpleasant odors.
• Virtually dust-free consistency: As it hardly creates any dust, it is perfect for sensitive cats and allergy sufferers.
• Flexible disposal options: After consultation with the local public utility company, the water-soluble clumps can also be disposed of in the toilet. Otherwise it goes into the organic waste or compost.
• Regional production: Many products are made from local raw materials that are grown regionally and grow back quickly. They are grown locally and grow back quickly.

The question of clumping or non-clumping cat litter is ultimately a personal decision - both for you and your cat. We have worked out the advantages and disadvantages in this direct comparison:

Clumping cat litter

• Easy to clean: The solid clumps can be very easily separated from the used litter and disposed of - without any great loss of litter
• Economical: The clumping makes the litter particularly economical, so you don't have to refill it as often.
• Longer service life: The litter needs to be changed less often than non-clumping litter. High-quality bentonite litter often only needs to be completely replaced every three weeks.
• More hygienic: Urine and excrement are quickly bound into solid clumps. As a result, nothing sticks to the floor and the toilet stays clean for longer.

Non-clumping litter:

• More frequent complete replacement: The entire litter must be replaced every few days. After all, no clumps form, which makes cleaning more time-consuming.
• Lower yield: As it is not as economical as clumping litter, it has to be bought more often. This is noticeable in the wallet in the long term.

How can I avoid unpleasant odors?

How can I avoid unpleasant odors? If a litter tray smells unpleasant, there are usually two reasons behind it: the cat's diet or a dirty litter tray. However, you can easily counteract this:

1. Make sure your cat has a high-quality diet: the quality of your cat's food affects the smell of its droppings. Feed your cat high-quality food without grain or other additives, but with a high meat content.

2. clean the litter tray regularly: Clumps and droppings should be removed two to three times a day. All litter should also be changed regularly. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

3. keep the litter tray clean: Urine scale can build up in the litter tray over time. Therefore, rinse and clean the tray thoroughly with hot water and, if necessary, a little vinegar or a special cleaning agent for the animal environment when changing the litter. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Fine litter or coarse litter:

Fine litter: Ideal for kittens and small cats

• Quick clumping: The small granules form firm clumps.
• Surface spreading of the liquid: The clumps are rather flat and can be easily picked up with a scoop.
• Particularly suitable for kittens: The clumps form reliably even with a small amount of urine.
• The only disadvantage is that: The fine grains stick more easily to the paws and can cause more dirt in the home.
  
  

Coarse litter: Ideal for long-haired cats and less litter carryover

• Less likely to stick to the paws: As the grains are larger and heavier, the litter does not stick as easily to the paws or in the fur.
• Effective clumping with larger amounts of urine: The grains form firm clumps even with larger amounts of urine without falling apart.
• Ideal for: Adult cats, long-haired cats and cat owners who attach great importance to less litter carry-over.

Which litter is best suited to your cat household depends on various factors. Basically, good quality cat litter is characterized by the following properties:

• Effective odor binding
• Fast and reliable clumping
• Lowest possible dust formation
• Little litter carryover

Ideally environmentally friendly and easy to dispose of.

The decision between mineral cat litter and organic cat litter is ultimately a very personal one and also depends on your cat. It is best to try out what your cat prefers. You will soon notice which litter your four-legged friend feels most comfortable with.

Our recommendations:

🐾 For environmentally conscious cat owners: Plant-based clumping litter - natural, biodegradable and particularly suitable for kittens and sensitive cats.

🐾 For maximum absorbency and clumping: Bentonite clumping litter - high-quality mineral litter for excellent odor absorption and easy cleaning.