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How Often Should I Change My Cat’s Litter? Scooping, Full Changes & Odour Control
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How Often Should I Change My Cat’s Litter? Scooping, Full Changes & Odour Control

How Often Should I Change My Cat’s Litter? Scooping, Full Changes & Odour Control

How often you change cat litter depends on the litter type, how many cats you have, and your cat’s habits. Use this practical guide to set a simple litter cleaning schedule that controls odour and keeps trays inviting.

🐾Why regular litter changes matter

  • Hygiene & health: helps minimise bacteria and keeps your cat comfortable.
  • Odour control: regular scooping and timely full changes keep your home fresh.
  • Encourages use: most cats avoid dirty trays, which can lead to accidents elsewhere.

🐾How often should you scoop the litter?

Daily scooping is essential

Remove solids and clumps at least once a day. In multi-cat homes, scoop more frequently to keep trays inviting.

🐾How often should you change litter completely?

Clumping litter

  • Scoop daily.
  • Top up to maintain an adequate depth.
  • Fully replace & clean the tray every 2–4 weeks, depending on odour and usage.

Non-clumping litter

  • Scoop solids daily.
  • Replace completely every few days to a week (it absorbs moisture but doesn’t clump urine).

Silica crystal litter

  • Scoop solids daily; stir crystals to distribute moisture absorption.
  • Replace every 2–4 weeks or when the indicator shows saturation.

🐾Tips for a fresher litter tray

  • Wash the tray at each full change with mild, unscented soap and warm water.
  • Avoid strong disinfectants or perfumes that can put cats off.
  • Use a litter mat to reduce tracking.
  • Have enough trays: ideally one per cat, plus one extra.

🐾Choosing the right litter

A high-quality litter makes cleaning easier and keeps trays fresher for longer.

  • Look for low-dust formulas with strong odour control.
  • Pick clumping litters for easy daily scooping; choose crystal or non-clumping based on preference.
  • Explore the range: Catit litter.

Cat Litter Cleaning: FAQs

How often should I scoop my cat’s litter?
At least once daily; more often in multi-cat homes.
How often do I replace clumping litter completely?
Usually every 2–4 weeks, depending on odour and usage.
Do I need a litter mat?
It helps catch stray granules and reduces tracking around the home.
How many litter trays should I have?
One per cat, plus one extra, spaced in quiet areas.

Keep your home clean and your cat happy

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