Our scoopable litters have odor-eliminating carbon for maximum odor control. Both Fresh Step® Clay and Fresh Step® Scoopable formulas contain a patented odor neutralizer that inhibits the growth of certain bacteria which can increase odor.

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Scented cat litter refers to clumping or non-clumping cat litter that has added scent to help control litter box odors and provide a more pleasant, intentional smell. The scent is often mixed in with the litter or there are separate cat box deodorizers you can sprinkle in for a refresh.

Cheat Sheet: Our Top 6 Odor Controlling Litters

• 1) Fresh Step Advanced Simply Unscented Clay Litter.
• 2) Feline Pine Platinum With Baking Soda Cat Litter.
• 3) Dr Elsey's Precious Cat Ultra Unscented Clay Litter.
• 4) Tidy Cats Free & Clean Lightweight Unscented Litter.
• 1) Fresh Step Advanced Simply Unscented Clay Litter.

How Often Should You Change the Cat Litter? If you use a clumping litter, it's best to scoop the box daily and change it out completely at least monthly. If you have more than one cat, it may be best to change the cat litter more often, every 2-3 weeks.

Twice a week is a general guideline for replacing clay litter, but depending on your circumstances, you may need to replace it every other day or only once a week. If you clean the litter box daily, you might only need to change clumping litter every two to three weeks.

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Once every 20 to 30 days, empty entire litter box. Dispose of used litter in trash. For more than one cat, shorten the usage cycle. Recommended litter replacement for 2 cats every 10 to 15 days, 3 cats every 7 to 10 days.

Your cat's nose and sense of smell are quite a bit more fine-tuned than yours (fun fact: it's even more sensitive than some dog breeds!). So, to play it safe, you should resist the urge to get a scented litter, whether that's a flowery scent or any other kind. Opt for unscented litter instead.

Cats have a much stronger sense of smell than we do, so imagine that scent multiplied 20 times! Using scented cat litter may temporarily solve a problem that could be solved by scooping the box once or twice a day, but it may create a worse problem when the cat uses other places instead of the offensive litter box.

Silica litter prevents bacteria with crystals that absorb urine and help dehydrate feces, making your cat's litter box too dry to sustain any growth. This helps prevent kidney problems and UTIs in cats. Environmentally, silica litters will biodegrade and are non-toxic, making them a better choice than clay.

Add baking soda to the litter: Surprisingly, baking soda is a great all-natural deodorizer that is both safe for cats and can help manage the litter box smell. By mixing a little bit of baking soda with the litter, you can help absorb any urine odors also.

How often should you change cat litter? Ideally, you should spot-clean your cat's litter tray every day and replace the litter at least once a week. If the tray is left to become dirty, your cat may prefer to use the floor instead!

Did you know that a dirty litter box can make your cat sick? Cats can develop various health problems from using a dirty litter box, such as painful kidney infections, bladder infections, bladder stones, and urinary tract infections.

In terms of litter box maintenance, scoop the litter box at least twice a day to remove any clumps or waste. This helps keep the litter box clean and prevents any litter odors from building up. Add litter whenever the box gets lower than 3-4 inches, and change the litter completely at least once a week.

Maintain the litter box Scoop out urine-soaked clumps and poop at least once or twice a day, or more if needed to keep the litter box fresh and to minimize odor. Each time you scoop the litter box, you'll be taking a fair amount of litter with you, so be sure to top off the box with extra litter afterwards.