Why Pine Cat Litter Is Better Than Clay

Pine cat litter makes a great alternative to the clay cat litter that is currently the most popular on the market. That's because clay bring with it a number of problems that cat owners, if they were aware of the problems, would make every effort to steer clear of. Surely you've seen the dust that clay cat litter puts out. But did you know cats can develop problems if they inhale this dust? Pine cat litter has no dust, and has a number of other benefits that clay simply cannot provide. That's why we always recommend pine.

You're no doubt aware that cat urine has a very strong and foul ammonia like odor. Clay cat litter simply soaks up this urine. What happens next is that the absorption makes the strong ammonia smell a part of the clay. And unless your clay has a very strong anti-odor ingredient, the smell actually gets stronger rather than being masked. That's why many people can tell you have a cat the minute they walk in your door, and that's not good.

Pine cat litter obviously provided a fresh pine scent, but it also does not absorb the odor, so the smell will not increase like it does with clay cat litter. It is also biodegradable, and the waste degrades with the pine pellets. The unusual reaction drops off the pellets and will land at the bottom of the litter box. This is good because the stink drops down with it.

The end result is not only reduced odor, but an easier to clean litter box. All you do is scoop and flush the solid waste. And don't worry about pine cat litter plugging up your commode, it won't. And the litter will eventually degrade into something similar to dust. This means it can also be simply thrown out into the yard or flushed down the toilet.

If you own a cat you can clearly see how pine cat litter is different, and why it would be a smart decision for your home. If you've never tried it, we highly recommend you do so. Your cat, and your friends and family, will appreciate the difference. As will you.