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Even silica crystals are not safe and, apparently, they are responsible for affecting the lung tissues of the cat with lesions eventually causing cancer of the lungs or the throat. Please refer to our post on the Problems of Silica Gel Cat Litter if you wish to know more. I am fostering an 8-month old cat named Fred. One morning he came into the room and said “Wowowow,” and vomited a small amount of brown liquid. He seemed otherwise OK. But he did it the next morning. On Clumping properties: The most significant difference between non-clumping and clumping cat litter is how they handle waste.
Dr. Elsy’s sums this up with much confidence (under ‘Precious Cat Litter’, Question: “Are clumping litters safe for my cat?”): This list is more of a chronology leading to my own efforts than a ‘Further Reading’ section and is by no means exhaustive. The number one reason clumping clay litter is considered safe Odor control: Clay cat litters are known for being extremely capable of controlling nasty odors. Many of the best multi-cat strength cat litters are made from clay because they trap and eliminate odor so well. I wrote the article to let people know the whole truth . It is important to be informed. You may have noticed that I did not exactly write an opinion piece. Everything has been referenced so that those interested may verify the facts as they stand. But without enough articles on this subject, people might not even be aware of the dangers. However, you raised a useful point and I’m going to add this conversation inside the article as soon as I can.Happy Cats: Cats tend to prefer clean and dry litter boxes. Clumping litter helps maintain a comfortable and inviting space for your feline friend. Walnut shell litters: Made from crushed walnut shells, this type of litter is biodegradable, environmentally friendly, and highly absorbent. Walnut shell litters also offer excellent odor control and produce less dust than clay-based litters. Clay cat litter has natural odor-absorbing properties, which help minimize unpleasant smells. It may not be the most effective option for odor control, but does a decent job. In the next section, we’ll discuss some of the negatives associated with clay cat litter. The Negatives Of Clay in Cat Litter Scoop Daily: Every day, use a scoop to remove the clumps of waste and solidified urine. Dispose of these clumps in a trash bag.
My current two cats are 18/19 year old neutered males, who have lived as house only pets their entire lives. They have reduced appetites… that is normal (for non-greedy) elderly cats. They are arthritic also normal. They are given egg yolk lecithin to assist them in breaking down furballs and one has Lactulose, due to constipation. It is common for elderly cats (and humans) to have bowel issues that cause constipation. When choosing between non-clumping and clumping cat litter, consider the ease of cleaning and your cat’s preference. Keep in mind that every cat is different. Experimenting with different litters will help you find the perfect fit. Safest Litter Options for CatsThe organic litter was not equipped to stabilize the nitrate salts and dried them to the point of ignition. Well, this was in 2014 and on Valentine’s Day, no less. Thankfully, there were no fatalities and the radiation released was not strong enough to cause environmental concern. WIPP, in spite of performing flawlessly for 15 years, was shut down after the incident and last I heard, it was supposed to reopen this year (2016).
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