How Often Should I Change My Cat’s Litter?
Keeping your cat’s litter tray clean and fresh for their health and your home.
One of the most common questions cat owners ask is how often to change their cat’s litter. The answer depends on the type of litter you use, how many cats you have, and your cat’s individual habits.
Here’s your practical guide to keeping your cat’s litter tray clean and comfortable, helping prevent odours and encourage regular use.
🐾 Why is regular litter changing important?
✅ Hygiene and health – A clean litter tray prevents bacterial build-up, keeping your cat healthy and reducing the risk of urinary tract infections.
✅ Odour control – Regular scooping and changing keep your home smelling fresh.
✅ Encourages litter tray use – Cats are very clean animals and may avoid a dirty tray, leading to accidents elsewhere.
🐾 How often should you scoop the litter?
✔️ Daily scooping is essential.
Remove solid waste and clumps at least once a day. For multi-cat households, scoop more frequently to keep trays inviting.
🐾 How often should you change the litter completely?
✅ Clumping litter (e.g. Catit Go Natural Pea Husk Clumping Litter):
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Scoop daily.
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Top up as needed to maintain depth.
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Fully replace and clean the tray every 2-4 weeks, depending on odour and usage.
✅ Non-clumping litter:
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Scoop solid waste daily.
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Replace completely every few days to a week, as it absorbs moisture but doesn’t clump urine effectively.
✅ Silica crystal litter:
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Scoop solid waste daily.
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Stir crystals to distribute moisture absorption.
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Replace completely every 2-4 weeks, or as indicated by saturation (often shown by colour change).
🐾 Tips for a fresher litter tray
✔️ Wash the tray with mild, unscented soap and warm water at each full change.
✔️ Avoid strong disinfectants that could leave lingering smells cats dislike.
✔️ Use a litter mat to reduce tracking around the house.
✔️ Ensure you have enough trays – ideally one per cat plus one extra, especially in multi-cat homes.
Choosing the right litter
The Catit Go Natural litter range offers:
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Excellent clumping and odour control
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Low dust for cleaner air
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Sustainable materials like pea husk or wood fibre
A high-quality litter makes cleaning easier and keeps your cat’s tray fresh for longer.
Keep your home clean and your cat happy
Maintaining a clean litter tray is essential for your cat’s comfort and your home’s hygiene. Explore our Catit litter range to find the perfect solution for your household.