Which cat litter is more economical? Which litter tray is best? The Best Corn Cat Litters

Before you start pet you need to take care of everything he will need to live in your apartment. Therefore, let's figure out which cat litter is better, reviews will confirm this. To do this, we will consider all their types and listen to the reviews of experienced breeders and look at photographs of fillers.

Cat litter is an important part of an animal's everyday life. After all, a lot depends on how high-quality and suitable for your cat the filler in her tray is. This includes cleanliness around the tray, the smell, ease of cleaning, as well as the comfort of your pet and even her health! Experience shows what to do with your own hands good filler for kittens and cats, which could retain odors is not so easy.

Cat litter is needed to absorb all the cat urine in the tray and retain all unpleasant odors as best as possible. This is important, because cat urine contains a large amount of ammonia, which, when decomposed, releases a lot of substances that are unhealthy.

To understand how to choose cat litter, you need to know three factors or requirements that it must meet. So, a quality product:

• must have good absorbent (i.e. absorbent) properties;
• must not pose a threat to the safety of human and animal health;
• should be simple and easy to use.

Many modern fillers meet these requirements. Unlike DIY tray fillers. These are newspapers familiar to many. Which not only do not absorb liquids and, as a result, do not retain odors, but also pose a danger to the health of others due to their chemical composition and fumes from printing ink. You can also include here river sand. After all, after using it you will have to completely wash the floor in the toilet. But the smell still remains. The only advantages of such fillers were the price and the possibility of disposal in the toilet.

Of course, such cat litters are cheap, but they do not perform their functions. And sometimes they can even cause harm. Therefore, you need to figure out which cat litter is best for you.

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Types of filler and their description

Paper fiber filler

Beginning breeders can easily get lost among the many types and brands. For example, from a brand called “Kuzya” you can find almost all types of cat litter for both kittens and adult. But don't be afraid of such diversity. All fillers available on the market can be divided into certain categories:

• composition (clay, minerals, pressed material, silica gel);
• method of absorbing liquid (clumping and absorbent);
• weight (heavy, light and medium weight);
• additional additives (presence or absence of flavorings);
• granulometry (large, small or medium granules).

Mineral granular and clay

Mineral absorbent filler

Granular mineral fillers perfectly hide odors. This happens due to the fact that by absorbing liquids, the soaked mass turns into a solid lump, retaining all the odors. These tray fillers are made from clay rocks and minerals. They do not dissolve, so you cannot throw them down the toilet.

The most common clayey rocks found in the production of fillers are bentonite. However, this type has a number of disadvantages. This filler does not retain the odor well enough, and also pollutes the kitten’s paws, because when wet, fine dust and liquid lumps remain that stick to the animal. The advantages are the price (it is slightly lower than other mineral products) and environmental friendliness.

Fillers of this type are also made from clay rocks, atapulgite and vermiculite. All these rocks absorb moisture well and then turn into a hard lump that can be easily removed with a scoop. This feature allows the tray filler to fully perform its function, covering the odor and leaving the cat clean. Also, due to the fact that only these lumps can be thrown away, less product is consumed, and this allows you to save money.

Clayey granular fillers can be found among such companies as “Cat Box”, “Ever Clean”, “Chistulya Extra”, “Sibirskaya Koshka”, “Zoonik”, “Katsan”, “Kuzya”, “Three Cats” and “TsapTsarap”. From the premium Fresh Step brand you can buy clay aggregate with enhanced control smell. This tray filler is suitable even for trays that are used by several cats at once.

Fillers made on the basis of zeolite can be called truly mineral. Its granules perfectly absorb moisture and retain odor due to the channels and pores with which the mineral is permeated. These are found in the brands “TsapTsarap”, “Pussycat Oceanic”, “Marquis” and “Sibirskaya Koshka”.

The Kuzya company produces special tray fillers for kittens and cats from sedimentary rock of the skeletons of ancient organisms. The granules are porous, highly absorbent, suitable for young kittens and cats with short hair, and are excellent at removing odors. Most often, photographs of what the granules look like can be seen on the pack itself. Like, for example, in the photo below.

Granular mineral fillers are perfect for cats who love to dig in the litter box. Since it is based on clay rocks, when wet, it becomes heavy, and the pet will not be able to pick it apart and carry it around the apartment on its paws. The only downside is that it cannot be thrown into the toilet.

Granulated wood

Wood fillers are cheap, do not cause allergies, and are lightweight, so they can be disposed of in the toilet. They consist of sawdust compressed into granules different sizes. Large kibble works well for adult cats, but smaller kibble can be used for kittens. Although when wet, the granules disintegrate and in any case form a single mass. They are found among the tray fillers of the company “Zoonik”, “Pussycat wood”, “TsapTsarap”, “Kuzya”, “Chistulya wood”, “Tarzan” and “KisPis”.

There are two types of wood fillers: clumping and non-clumping. The former, when wet, crumple into lumps, the latter form a soft, homogeneous mass. It is recommended to clean the tray from the mass filling it at least once a week.

Wood filler pellets

This type of filler has its drawbacks. Sometimes the product bag may contain wood chips, large pieces of wood, or other wood waste. Therefore, when pouring granules into the tray, check them for the presence of sharp wooden splinters so that your pet does not get hurt. This can be especially dangerous for a small kitten.

The lightness of this material is both an advantage (you can flush it down the toilet) and a disadvantage. If your pet likes to dig into sawdust, expect it to be scattered around the litter box.

Silica gel

Gel litter for cat litter is high quality, economical to use, but expensive product for filling the cat's litter box. Silica gel is white large crystals, irregular shape. Thanks to its unique absorbent properties, silicate gel has won a considerable percentage of the tray filler market. Silica gel fillers are economical to use because it is enough to change them in the tray once every 3-4 weeks. However, remember that silicone can clog your toilet, so it should not be disposed of this way.

Both pure silica gel and with additional aromatic components are available for sale. The silicate gel itself does not pose a threat to the health of the animal and its owners. With or without additives, silica gel can be found in fillers from Fresh Step, Brava Lux and Siberian Cat. But silica gel with additives can be dangerous for kittens because they may confuse it with food.

The Crystals company specializes in fillers, specifically in the production of silica gel types of fillers. Among the line of silica gel cat litters you can find “No. 1 Crystals Lavander”, antibacterial and especially for cats.

Fillers from waste (paper and grain) and corn

Paper litter, as well as from grain waste, are the cheapest types of litter for cats. Waste from paper production, as well as grain waste, is pressed into pellets. However, their characteristics are not very high. A line of economical cat litter fillers can be found at the Kuzya company. The advantage will be environmentally friendly pure material, which you can safely flush down the toilet.

Fillers based on corn cobs are widely used all over the world, and today they are gaining momentum in our country. They are known for their excellent absorbent properties. Due to the small pores that literally permeate the core of the corn cob, the granules perfectly absorb moisture and retain the smell of urine. Due to such effectiveness, one should expect that the cost will be high.
This type of filler would be ideal if not for its extraordinary lightness. Because of this property, there will always be husks lying around the kitten’s toilet, which will then be spread throughout the apartment.

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When wondering how to choose cat litter, think about your financial capabilities and personal preferences, knowing the characteristics of the above types. Consider also the safety and health of your pet. It would be right to take into account the pet's preferences. After all, he will be the one who will have to use this product. And finding a good filler is not difficult.

Some flavorings and the granules themselves can cause allergies. Therefore, if you know that your cat is susceptible to allergic reactions, it is better to buy wood filler for it or any other that is positioned as hypoallergenic or specialized for kittens.

Taking into account your cat's preference is also important. After all, not every filler for her toilet may be to her liking. She will show her disagreement by not using the tray for its intended purpose. And going to the toilet will either be nearby or somewhere in the apartment.

Therefore, if you do not yet know your kitten’s preferences, you should not buy a large amount of filler at once. Buy different fillers in a small volume and try. This way, you can find one that suits both you and your kittens.

To make your choice easier, here is a rating compiled by the “price expert” website. It identifies the best aggregates among the top sellers at the end of last year. The best clumping aggregates were recognized by the companies “Katy Hygienic” and “Kats Best Eco Plus”. Among the best absorbent fillers are “SuperCat Standard”, “Golden Cat “Ecoline”, “Fresh Step Triple Protection” and “No. 1 Crystals Antibacterial”.

The tray should be cleaned regularly, according to the instructions for specific species filler. Flush litter that can be flushed down the toilet. If you can’t, throw it away, but it’s better to take out the bag of garbage right away. Using a clumping aggregate, it is enough to remove only the collected lumps with a spatula and add the product until required level. In this video you will see how to clean a wood litter tray.

The special tray-filling substances are quite simple to use. If you have a litter box with a grid, you can choose several options for where to place the kitten litter. Here you should decide how it will be easier for you to remove it. You can sprinkle granules under and on the grate. You can remove it completely. Or just pour it on the grate, giving the cat the opportunity to bury its feces.

But you shouldn’t pour the filler only under the grate, as this will deprive your pet of the opportunity to bury what he produced. If there is nothing on the grate to dig into, the cat may catch its claw on the bars and turn the entire tray over.

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Bestseller 2 3 Economical consumption

Four-legged purrs have long been domesticated by people, but, surprisingly, the first cat litter appeared only in 1947. Cats are very clean animals, so a high-quality litter is important aspect keeping a pet, and many owners one day face difficulties in choosing one. First of all, it must be safe for the pet, since situations often occur when a cat swallows the filler. Also, it must have a high level of absorption and neutralization of odors. And, of course, many cat owners want the raw materials not to create dust and not stick to the pet’s paws.

The most popular types of fillers:

• Woody;
• Silica gel;
• Clay.

In operation, the filling raw material can be clumping and absorbent. Clumping, when moisture gets on it, it forms easily removable lumps. You need to pour about a 9 cm layer of such filler into the tray, which is quite a lot. It must be topped up periodically to maintain the level. We can conclude that more clumping filler will be needed. Regarding the absorbent type, everything is exactly the opposite: it does not change consistency after liquid gets on it and it needs to be completely replaced only after the entire filler is saturated (periodically adding raw materials will not solve the problem of unpleasant odor). The absorbent type of raw material is quite economical in consumption compared to the clumping type.

• Favorable price-quality ratio;
• Safety;
• Neutralization of odors;
• Absorbency;
• Customer reviews;
• Overall popularity.

The best wood fillers

4 Kuzya

Affordable price
Country Russia
Average price: 90 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

“Kuzya” is a wood filler, widely distributed in many stores, characterized by a low price, but a high rating, and is in no way inferior in quality to more expensive analogues. It is a granule produced by pressing sawdust. Completely natural raw materials that effectively mask cat litter odors and do not release toxic components into the air. Upon contact with moisture, the granules crumble, but quickly absorb liquid.

Suitable for different types trays and is very easy to clean, you just need to control the fullness and remove used sawdust in a timely manner. Does not produce dust and does not stick to the cat's paws or the walls of her litter box. The natural composition, which provides antiseptic properties, and the natural appearance and smell of the raw materials for the cat make Kuzya litter practically the best choice.

3 Clean paws

Best reviews
Country Ukraine
Average price: 180 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

"Clean paws" - environmentally friendly filler, made from natural wood pine, pre-treated using special technology. Compressed into small granules of a diameter convenient for cats, without the addition of chemical components and harmful substances. The raw materials have increased absorbency and do not generate dust when spilled out of the packaging. According to studies, one package can absorb at least 12 liters of liquid, which is why “Clean Paws” has a fairly high rating in the wood filler market.

Antibacterial properties prevent the growth of bacteria and the appearance of odors from the tray. Fresh, pine aroma does not scare away the animal, but effectively blocks unnecessary odors. “Clean Paws” is as safe as possible for the animal and its owners. Allowed to be flushed down the drain. Optimal ratio price and quality gave the filler many positive reviews on the Internet.

2 N1 Naturel Green tea

Fresh flavor
Country: China
Average price: 430 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

This completely biodegradable product is produced using special technology developed in Australia. The composition includes Himalayan cedar wood fibers combined with Ceylon green tea leaves. The absence of chemical additives makes it safe to use and allows you to take care of environment without polluting it. The symbiosis of wood and tea gives the raw material an unusual aroma that does not repel cats and at the same time perfectly eliminates odors during use.

Very economical to use, since one package is enough for a long period, all this time it is only necessary to promptly remove the clumping granules from the tray. It's interesting that the reviews say that wood pellets"N1 Naturel Green tea» can also be used as natural fertilizer for plants.

Which filler to choose: clay, wood or silica gel?

Fillers are made from various raw materials, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. To choose a litter that would please the cat and suit its owner, you need to know about its positive and negative qualities:

	Advantages	Flaws
Clay	Natural composition Most cats like it	Cannot be flushed down the drain
Silica gel	Best moisture absorption Doesn't stick to paws Neutralizes odors well Doesn't generate dust	Can't flush down the toilet Acids in the composition Hisses when absorbing moisture Not suitable for kittens
Woody	Eco-friendly Can be flushed down the drain Natural aroma Economical consumption Suitable for cats of any age	Sticks to paws Frequent replacement required

1 Cat's Best Eko Plus

The best ratio of price and quality
Country: Germany
Average price: 520 rub.
Rating (2019): 5.0

The high-quality clumping filler made in Germany is distinguished by its environmentally friendly, natural composition, which contains only spruce and pine wood. Organic components do an excellent job of eliminating unpleasant odors and have excellent absorbency; in addition, such raw materials can be flushed down the toilet without the risk of clogging.

According to numerous positive feedback, we can conclude that in everyday use “Cat's Best Eko Plus” is convenient and economical, one package is used for quite a long time. Clumping granules can be easily removed from the tray without completely changing the entire contents. The filler does not form dust and does not settle on the wool and the animal’s paws, is hygienic and emits only a fresh pine aroma.

Best Silica Gel Fillers

3 Cat Step

Economical consumption
Country: China
Average price: 560 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

“Cat Step” is one of the best sorbents for cat litter, made from a specially dried gel. Economically used and ideal for cases where it is not possible to frequently change the contents of the tray, complete replacement It will only take 2-3 weeks. It has excellent absorbency, blocks odor and does not emit harmful elements. It does not produce dust at all and does not stick to paws or fur.

The only drawback, according to reviews from cat owners, is that when wet, the raw material makes a cracking sound, which can scare away many cats, and when buried, it produces a rustling sound. But it is worth noting that over time, cats get used to it and their owners continue to use silica gel litter on an ongoing basis, since it is effective in combating odors and fully justifies its cost.

2 PrettyCat Purity Crystals

No allergic reactions
Country Russia
Average price: 560 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

High quality silica gel filler Russian production, made from a mixture of several types of silica gel, with the addition of flavoring, using technologies similar to European ones. Instantly blocks bad smell and prevents the spread of bacteria and germs. The long-term positive rating is deserved due to the absence of allergic reactions in animals and people.

A complete replacement of the filler in the tray will only be required after a month of use, but it is recommended to stir it daily to evenly distribute wet granules and absorb odor. The raw material does not spread throughout the house, as it does not stick to the cat’s paws at all. The shape of the granules does not have sharp, uneven edges, so there is no possibility of injuring the animal’s paw.

1 Siberian cat Elite

Bestseller
Country Russia
Average price: 750 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Filler with increased level absorbency, made of silica gel, in the form of fairly large crystals, is of environmentally friendly origin. Instantly absorbs moisture and odors, preventing them from spreading. Well suited for use in trays without a grid, as the special shape of the crystals prevents them from scattering when buried.

You cannot throw the silica gel composition down the drain, but it does not require too frequent replacement, so it is used very wisely and economically; one pack will last a long time. Reviews often complain that the filler is quite difficult to find on store shelves, so it is quickly sold out. Otherwise, “Siberian Cat Elite” is the best raw material, combining affordable price and the effectiveness of odor neutralization.

The best clay fillers

5 Pi-Pi-Bent Classic

Close to natural environment
Country Russia
Average price: 455 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.6

The natural composition of the safe filler “Pi-Pi-Bent Classic” contains only natural clay, processed using a special high-temperature technology, without the addition of synthetic components. With everyday use, dense lumps form in places where moisture gets in, which can be easily removed without replacing the entire contents of the tray; one package of raw materials will last for a long time.

Effectively and quickly eliminates all unwanted odors, keeps the cat's litter box and the entire house clean and tidy, as it does not spread dust and does not remain on the cat's fur. “Pi-Pi-Bent Classic” is extremely easy to replace and is safe for your pet even if accidentally swallowed. Reviews note that cats immediately get used to the raw material, since it is as close as possible to the animals’ natural habitat.

4 Zoonic

Best cast
Country Russia
Average price: 205 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.7

“Zoonik” has created a high-quality clumping filler from thermally treated bentonite clay, which instantly absorbs moisture and masks the odor without emitting any harmful substances. The composition does not require long-term adaptation of the cat, as it corresponds to natural outdoor soil. Clay “Zoonik”, in addition to excellent absorption, is distinguished by effective odor retention, hygiene and the absence of dust.

Does not stain the cat's fur and the space around the tray, does not stick to the walls. Environmentally friendly granules will not cause unwanted reactions, since they do not contain glue or other toxic substances. chemical compounds. The resulting lumps can be easily removed locally, which allows you to maintain the cat’s litter box at the proper sanitary level. Reviews indicate that pets quickly become accustomed to this raw material.

3 Barsik Standard

With added wood
Country Russia
Average price: 105 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.8

"Barsik Standard" is created from the most natural ingredients - processed mineral clay, with the addition of natural wood to improve absorbency. Has pronounced antibacterial and antiseptic properties, natural clay helps relieve inflammation and even heal damage on the animal’s paws. It does not require continuous care of the cat's litter box and is very economical to use.

"Barsik Standard" has been considered a bestseller for several years, occupying a leading position in the ranking of fillers on the Russian market. The raw materials do not cause allergic reactions and are suitable even for sensitive cats. Reviews confirm its ability to quickly absorb moisture falling on it and not spread odor, preserving comfortable conditions both for pets and their owners.

2 Ever Clean Fast Acting

Best Granule Formula
Country: USA
Average price: 870 rub.
Rating (2019): 4.9

"Ever Clean Fast Acting" is a popular bentonite clay filler, with unique technology composition. Each of its granules is encased in its own shell, which gives the contents a protective effect against bacteria and microbes. Inside is a mixture of activated carbon, basil and natural eucalyptus extracts, which quickly blocks unnecessary odors, while simultaneously releasing a refreshing, unobtrusive aroma.

The raw materials have a low level of dust formation, do not contain components that cause allergies, and do not dry out the skin on the paws, so the litter is suitable for even the smallest kittens. The main advantage in the reviews is the absence of the need to frequently replace the contents of the tray, since when used, the clay composition forms dense, small lumps, which allows it not to affect other granules around and to remove the spent part of the raw material in a targeted manner.

1 Fresh Step Extreme Clay

Instant odor control system
Country: USA
Average price: 790 rub.
Rating (2019): 5.0

Premium filler, made from high quality clay with high level absorption and light weight of granules. "Fresh Step Extreme Clay" has a patented odor neutralization system that is immediately activated as soon as the cat begins to use the litter box. During direct application, the filler is converted into dense lumps that are easily removed without requiring the replacement of all raw materials at once.

The composition consists of granules of three different colors, each of which has its own properties. Gray granules perfectly absorb moisture, securely holding it inside and preventing liquid from accumulating at the bottom of the tray. Green – completely block all emerging odors; blue - scent the air in the room. “Fresh Step Extreme Clay” is also enriched with antimicrobial components that prevent the spread of dangerous microorganisms in the cat’s litter box.

Cats usually prefertray with filler

The natural cleanliness of cats makes keeping them at home much easier than keeping dogs: there is no need to walk cats, as they easily get used to doing their natural needs in a designated place. The pet industry has taken this feature of cats into account and today offers a huge selection of products that make life easier for cats and their owners.

If earlier we used boxes with scraps of newspapers or sand from a nearby construction site, now cat owners have the opportunity to choose both a tray and filler, taking into account all their requirements. We are considering the option with a tray without filler, as its only advantage is its low cost. Otherwise, it, firstly, does not take into account the cat’s natural need to bury its “deeds”, and secondly, it requires the owner to clean the litter box after each time the cat goes to the toilet. Otherwise, especially clean individuals may refuse to use the litter box and will demonstrate their love of cleanliness in a way that is unlikely to please their owners.

Which litter is better from a cat's point of view?

It is convenient to step on it with your paw pads;

It is convenient to dig into it;

When you dig for cat litter, it doesn’t generate dust;

It has a natural smell;

It does not cause allergies in the form of cracks on the paw pads;

Nothing bad will happen if you try to swallow it;

Which litter is better from the point of view of a cat owner?

It should hold the smell perfectly;

Cat litter should not be spread throughout the apartment on the cat’s paws;

It should not become dusty when you pour it into the tray;

It should be convenient to clean;

It should not cause poisoning or obstruction if the cat suddenly decides to swallow it;

It must be economical because the filler is " consumables", and you have to buy it constantly.

Basically, the cat's and the owner's ideas about the ideal litter coincide. The only thing is that the cat, naturally, does not care about the price of the litter. But a person does not always remember that the smell of a flavored litter that is pleasant to him is not always pleasant to a cat with its sensitive sense of smell.

In order to determine which litter is best for your cat, we will first find out how different litters differ from each other.

According to the principle of action, all fillers are divided into two types:absorbent And clumping.

They appeared on Russian market relatively recently, but have already gained considerable popularity. Their peculiarity is that, unlike other fillers, it can be disposed of directly into the toilet without fear of clogging the sewer. It absorbs moisture well and also reliably retains the smell inside itself.

If we sum it up and try choose the perfect filler, which the cat would like and satisfy all the requirements of its owner, then we can say that it is most suitable for this role clumping clay filler, For example, Russian litter "Pi-Pi-Bent"

It is most similar to what a cat is used to wearing to the toilet in nature

It is easy to clean without completely changing it every three days, just removing lumps and solid waste

When used correctly, it is very economical and lasts a long time

When used correctly, it perfectly neutralizes odor

When used correctly, it does not leave whitish marks on the floor.

It doesn't rub off on your cat's paws and fur as much as wood filler.

He's not sad.

Under correct use We understand the use of filler in full accordance with the manufacturer's requirements. The manufacturer requires you to pour a layer of filler of at least 8 cm, which means you need to pour no less. Usually, all complaints about the quality of the filler arise in cases where the owner decides to save money and pours more into the tray. thin layer. An insufficient amount of filler in the tray causes liquid to accumulate at the bottom without forming lumps, soggy clay sticks to the cat’s paws, which then leaves white marks on the floor, and an unpleasant odor emanates from the tray itself.

When choosing one for your cat, you should not lose sight of its uninterrupted supply. Because no matter how good the litter is, the cat will not be able to appreciate its merits if you cannot buy it.
The site will help you purchase the selected filler.

Choosing cat litter is not as easy as it might seem. The main thing is that your pussy likes everything and enjoys going to this place. It is necessary to consider what kind of litter box the cat has. If option is selected closed type or with a grate, you can use bentonite, silica gel or wood sawdust. If the tray is deep enough, it is recommended to use clumping backfill. No less important is an indicator such as price, since not everyone will be able to afford to purchase expensive materials.

Good advice: to prevent your pet from spreading filler particles around the apartment on its paws, it is better for him to lay a rubber rug.

A cat is a member of the family, and she understands everything, except that she cannot talk, by her actions you can determine what she wants, and if she doesn’t like it, she will definitely point it out. Therefore, the choice of filler should be approached thoroughly. To begin with, it is proposed to analyze what fillers exist and what is best to choose in terms of quality and price characteristics.

Clumping filler

It is produced in the form of sand or granules, consisting of small fractions of material. The composition may contain various ingredients. The principle of its operation is the formation of a lump when wet. If the pussy went to the toilet, then the powder turns into dense balls, and they are easy to remove with a dustpan. Odors are adsorbed, the granules do not stick to the pet’s paws, so garbage is not removed from the tray, no matter what the height of the sides.

Even if there is no mesh in the cat litter box, the use of such a composition will definitely be appropriate. When choosing this type of product, it is worth considering that it does not absorb moisture well enough, which simply settles to the bottom of the tray and sticks to the walls. According to the information from the instructions, the layer should be 8-10 cm thick, only then will ideal absorption be ensured and at the same time retain all harmful odors.

Advantages:

• It is quite enough to fall asleep for a whole week;
• Odor is neutralized without exception;
• Cleaning is simple: throw out lumps once a day;
• Non-toxic;
• Can be used for kittens if they have allergic manifestations;
• In general, the filler fractions resemble sand, and therefore it is pleasant for your pet to use such a toilet.

Flaws:

• If several pets use the tray, then such a filler is not suitable for filling in a thin layer;
• Cleaning is recommended daily, as the pussy will not use its toilet;
• Do not flush down the drain.

Average price: 600 rubles per 10 kg.

Absorbent filler

The action of this filler is carried out according to a different principle. It perfectly absorbs moisture, odors are concentrated in the contents, while the structure does not change. Liquid eventually accumulates at the bottom, and this is the first signal to replace the backfill. This option is suitable for various trays, but it is better to choose trays with fairly high sides, this is necessary so that the cat does not scatter particles of filler.

It is quite enough to use one portion once a week, but, of course, it all depends on the furry friend himself, and if he is especially clean, then replacement should be done more often. This filler is best replaced in full.

Advantages:

• Can be used on several cats or small kittens at the same time;
• Especially liked by cats who like to dig with their paws;
• It is not yet necessary to clean every day;
• Inexpensive price.

Flaws:

• Small granules are easy to pour out of the tray if the cat begins to actively dig in with its paws;
• In exceptional cases, cats do not like to go to the litter box if the litter is used;
• If you need to replace the contents, the tray must be thoroughly washed;
• Unpleasant odors come from the filler when it is replaced.

Average price: 500 rubles per 10 kg.

Types of fillers by composition

Mineral backfills

This is the most common type of tray fill. According to experts, these are the most common fillers, since they are preferred by the majority of four-legged pets. The composition may contain different components, but the most common of them is clay. This includes absorbent and clumping fillers. The quality of the product depends on the size of the granule fractions.

When purchasing filler, you need to make sure that the granules are large and have a round shape. The granules should not be allowed to be small size and sharp, because the main thing is that the kitty does not damage her paws when visiting the toilet. According to the price characteristics, it can be noted that this indicator depends on the volume, size of the granules themselves and other parameters. It usually costs more than absorbent.

Advantages:

• This product is natural and environmentally friendly, so there are no allergic reactions from it;
• It’s a pleasure for pussies to dig into such granules with their paws, and it’s also impossible to pour the filler over the sides of the tray;
• Can be used in different toilets;
• For kittens, choosing this type of litter is an ideal option.

Flaws:

• The filler clumps, so it cannot be washed down the drain;
• It may stick to the fur, after which it is possible that the pet will lick everything off, and then everything will be in the stomach;
• It has heavy weight, therefore it is not always possible to purchase it and then successfully dispose of it;
• It is sold only in individual containers, but it is not possible to buy it by weight.

Average product price: approximately 400 rubles per 10 kg.

The best clumping mineral fillers

1. Zoonik is a clay-based composition that, in addition to odor protection, has antibacterial properties; a 5-liter package will cost 150 rubles;
2. Ever Clean Multi-Crystals - another filler with clay, price for 10 liters. 630 rubles;
3. Pussy-Cat - this composition can be purchased for 150 rubles (10 liter pack).

The best absorbent mineral fillers

1. Fresh Step Extreme - pack weighing 6.35 kg with clay filler costs 770 rubles;
2. Pussy-Cat Oceanic — mineral composition, costing 140 rubles per 10 liters.

Wood fillers

They are made from pine sawdust from the appropriate types of wood, and this is natural material, not artificial. They look like hard, small cylinders, which swell after exposure to moisture, then their size increases and disintegrates into small particles. Such materials are suitable for use in trays with high sides, with a grid inserted at the bottom. After soaking has occurred, the sawdust falls through the grate, and the cats do not get their paws dirty.

Advantages:

• Low price;
• It is possible to buy in bulk at almost all pharmacies and veterinary stores, which definitely helps to save money;
• The aroma is quite pleasant, reminiscent of pine needles;
• Environmental friendliness and absence of harmful emissions;
• Can be used for adult pets, as well as for small kittens;
• If you throw it down the drain, nothing bad will happen, and the opposite pipe will even be cleaned.

Flaws:

• If the backfill is used, it crumbles on the floor, and then can contribute to the contamination of the apartment;
• It is necessary to change frequently, otherwise cats will not go to the toilet.
  Average product price: approximately 600 rubles per 10 kg.

The best wood fillers

1. Homecat Wood (9 l) - price 120 rubles;
2. Woody zoonik (5 l) - price 110 rubles;
3. Clean paws (37 l) - price from 400 rubles.

Corn fillers

This option is used quite rarely, and is made from corn cobs. As is customary, this type of litter is used for litter trays used by rodents, but there are other variations on the market that are suitable for cat litter boxes. They are similar to wood fillers, only they smell like popcorn instead of pine. This type of filler is best used with trays that have high sides with a plastic grid. If the waste has formed solid, then it is easy to remove it with a dustpan, and if the sawdust is wet, then you can replace it from the bottom 2 times every week. This is the cheapest product.

Advantages:

• Very low cost;
• Environmentally friendly material is used in production;
• High percentage of adsorption, that is, cat feces are absorbed quite quickly;
• Convenience is noted when using;
• It is quite easy to recycle;
• Small granules are definitely attractive to small kittens, as they really like to bury their paws and play in the litter box.

Flaws:

• IN retail sales not common;
• They are not sold by weight;
• The cats stick to their paws, and they spread them throughout the living space;
• Several kittens cannot be used at the same time.

The best corn fillers

1. Natural corn (4.5 l) 470 rubles;
2. Golden cat Ecoline, price for 6 l. — 305 rubles;
3. Corn badger for 108 rubles (package - 4.54 l).

Silica gel

The latest and modern offer for filling cat litter - silica gel. The granules are relatively large in size, and their shape can be not only round, but also angular. They are made from dried polysilicic acid gel. There is no smell at all from them, and the absorption effect is exceptional.
If liquid gets into the gel, the latter is absorbed completely, without any residue. At the same time, the granules themselves change color, and this will make it easy to recognize whether the tray is dirty and whether it should be cleaned. If the cat goes to her toilet, the feces quickly dry out, and this circumstance is very pleasant for the pet. It turns out that the pet can use the tray several times in a row.

The most ideal litter for a cat's litter box is silica gel, especially when there are several cats and they are forced to use one litter box. Of course, when purchasing, you should first check the size and shape of the material. The safest option is granules that have rounded shapes, since the paws are not damaged. If the crystals are sharp, they can injure the paws. A very fine fraction of the filler does not absorb moisture sufficiently.

Advantages:

• Provides maximum savings;
• Very convenient for pussies that love to dig with their paws;
• If the hair on the pussy is long, then there is no need to fear that the material will stick to it;
• It is impossible to spread it around the living space, and if a granule unexpectedly falls out of the tray, then removing it will not be particularly difficult.
• The smell is absorbed perfectly;
• Replacement is not difficult;
• It does not stick to the walls of the tray at all;
• Can be thrown into the sewer.

Flaws:

• Very high price, compared to other materials;
• There are also animals that experience fear if there is noise from rustling granules, and after that they may even refuse such a toilet.

Average product price: approximately 500 rubles per 10 kg.

The best fillers - silica gel

1. Siberian cat (4 l) - 430 rubles;
2. Silica gel litter for cats pink, price for 12 liters. 1200 rubles;
3. Matryoshka cats for 480 rubles (packing - 5.0 l).

Filler from Japan

Today, a new Japanese filler has appeared in retail sales. The product is ideal for cats and kittens with severe hypersensitivity and allergic reactions on constituent components fillers. Manufacturer: Japan.

It is also attractive because it is very cheap and the product lasts a long time. The products are classified as absorbent, and the following options are available for sale:

1. Small granules made from potato starch and paper. Moreover, pigment is added to this mixture, only with its presence can you determine whether the cat’s litter box needs to be changed.
2. Small cylinders made of rice starch and cypress are also made from environmentally friendly raw materials.
3. Activated carbon combined with cellulose perfectly performs the given function.
4. Compressed soy fibers perfectly collect moisture and odors.

Advantages:

• The products are environmentally friendly;
• Using the filler will not be difficult;
• Can be used for kittens and adult cats of any breed.

Flaws:

• The price is high and therefore not everyone can afford the products;
• Cannot be purchased at retail;
• Available in online stores.

Average price: approximately 1000 rubles per 10 kg.

Filler from Japan NeoSuna - clumping with color indicator 6 liters - price 480 rubles

The choice of cat litter should be made taking into account the tastes and preferences of your pet, as well as the breed of the cat, the length of its fur and age.

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