Van Cat Classic Clumping Litter Unscented 5KG

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You don’t want van life to be your cat’s first trip in the car. Try some smaller vacations like weekend trips and even longer car rides to help them get used to the feeling of a moving vehicle. One thing to be mindful of with recycled paper litter is that moisture can build up in the bottom of the box. While this litter may be up to three times more absorbent than clay, large volumes of litter or diarrhea may seep through to the bottom of the pan and make cleaning a little more difficult. What We Liked: Non-clumping clay was the original commercial litter box filler and was first sold in 1947 as “Kitty Litter.” It’s made from a variety of absorbent clays, including sepiolite, attapulgite, and montmorillonite. Non-clumping litter tends to be cheaper than clumping litter but its odor-controlling ability is limited, necessitating more frequent replacement.

Paper cat litter - usually recycled paper, old newspapers and byproducts from wood production, which are compressed into pellets. Underneath the bed or right on the floor next to the passenger seat are common litter box locations. Just make sure to empty your litter before going to bed! Use a dual-purpose litter box

The ideal cat litter would be a scent-free clumping litter that has good odor control, ” says Dr. Dwight Alleyne, DVM, but “the personality of a cat may be the final determination on what is the best cat litter.” While the best cat litter for you comes down to your cat’s personal preference and your household needs, some types of litter work better than others. Before setting off on your new life, take a trip to the vet office and make sure your kitty is up to date on all of their vaccinations. For proper disposal, this litter should be placed in the trash and never flushed. The litter comes in a recyclable cardboard box with a handle for easy pouring and storage. It's moderately priced and readily available at a variety of retailers. It's also available in 14, 19, 28, and 38-pound boxes.

There’s also the risk of inhaling crystalline silica dust to consider, though the amount of dust produced by a good cat litter generally isn’t significant enough to cause serious health issues. There are also biodegradable litters, like our selections for Best Premium ( Tuft and Paws Really Great Cat Litter), Best Pellets ( Ökocat Dust Free Non-Clumping Paper Pellet Cat Litter), and Best Flushable ( sWheat Scoop Mutli-Cat Natural Litter). These litters are made with natural materials, like soybeans, paper, and wheat, which will eventually deteriorate. Clumps made with these litters can be broken down into smaller pieces and flushed, but not all communities allow pet waste to be disposed of this way. Most van lifers are not traveling with an air conditioning unit. So you need to get creative in the hot weather. Dr. Jennifer Coates, DVM confirms this, encouraging cat owners to “avoid highly-scented cat litters.” She says that “cats have a much better sense of smell than we do, so even if the litter smells good to us, cats can find it very irritating.” Cat-FriendlyThe dust from cat litter can aggravate respiratory conditions and allergies. For a completely dust-free experience, Ökocat Dust Free Non-Clumping Paper Pellet Cat Litter is a solid choice. The pellets are made from clean paper free of inks, dyes, and scents and it is fully biodegradable. If anything, the peace of mind is worth the price, even if you’re the most careful planner. Keeping your cat warm on cold days Crystal cat litter is nothing new but PrettyLitter takes it up a notch with the addition of pH-detecting particles. When exposed to urine, these particles change color to indicate the approximate pH of your cat’s urine. Changes in the acidity of your cat’s urine can be an early indicator for a number of health problems including struvite crystals, urinary tract infections, and kidney tubular acidosis. We're afraid it's up to you to tempt/bribe your cat into liking the one that best fits your time, needs and budget. What is cat litter made of?

Van life is no walk in the park, especially if you’re trying to also maintain a happy family or household.Wood pellet cat litter - more sustainable than most types, made up of compressed and dehydrated wood or sawdust, often made up of byproducts from wood production used to make something else, such as furniture. Crystal cat litter is made from silica gel. It is highly absorbent of urine and odor. For most households, a box of litter lasts a little bit longer so it helps cut down on monthly waste. It's also less dense than clay so the litter is lightweight.