Not all varieties of pine cat litter are clumping. Pine pellet litter, the most common type of pine litter, does not clump. However, granular pine litter is available in both clumping and non-clumping varieties. Clumping pine litter can be cleaned with a regular litter scoop, like a traditional clumping litter. Does pine cat litter clump? … Read more
Wood pellet cat litter is made from dehydrated, compressed wood fiber — most often pine, but sometimes cedar or mixed varieties are used. Paper pellet cat litter is generally made of recycled newspaper, recycled paper, or wood scraps from other industries. What are wood cat litter pellets made of? Wood pellet cat litter is made … Read more
Most cats will like, or at least accept, wood and pine pellet litter. There will be some cats who have trouble adjusting to wood pellet litter because of the coarse texture. If so, a wood fiber litter will provide the softer, fine-grained texture that your cat may prefer. Do cats prefer clay litter or wood … Read more
Pellet cat litter works the same way with poop as any other type of litter — feces remain in the litter box until removed. To reduce unpleasant odors and make your litter box welcoming for your cat, it’s recommended to scoop and discard solids as soon as possible. How does wood pellet litter work with … Read more
Cedar contains phenol and terpenes, both of which are toxic to cats. Commercial cedar litters are treated to remove these harmful compounds, making them safe for use by cats. Avoid using any cedar with your cat that isn’t specifically labeled as cat-safe. Cedar Oil Can be Toxic to Cats The oil of many types of … Read more
No, unfortunately, you can’t use wood or pine pellets in a self-cleaning litter box. The scooping mechanisms are typically designed for granular clumping litters, like clay or silica crystals, and will be jammed by or fail to scoop waste when used with larger pellets. Automatic Litter Boxes Require Clumping Litter While the exact mechanism may … Read more
When comparing paper litter vs pine litter, each type has its advantages and disadvantages. Both are eco-friendly and healthy options for your cat. But wood litter is better at controlling odor, while paper pellet litter makes less of a mess. Using Paper vs Pine Pellets Wood pellet litter is designed to break apart into sawdust … Read more
Pine cat litter can attract certain bugs, like earwigs, house centipedes, and roaches. But the litter itself is rarely the cause of the infestation. Rather, it just draws insects to a more visible location, instead of behind walls, under sinks, or in basements where they would normally stay. Bugs Are Attracted to Wood While pine … Read more
If your cat doesn’t care for pellet litter, there are several healthy, eco-friendly, plant-based alternatives available. Wood fiber and granular paper litter being the most similar to their pellet equivalents. With other natural materials like corn, grass, wheat, walnut, and tofu also making great alternatives. Wood Fiber Litter If your cat isn’t a big fan … Read more
Generally, pellet litter won’t hurt your cat’s paws. However, senior cats, large cats, declawed cats, and cats with a variety of other medical conditions may have extra-sensitive paws. For them, a litter with a finer texture is recommended — even if your cat doesn’t show any signs of discomfort. Some Cats Will Experience Pain with … Read more
