Kitten Litter & Litter Trays
Tigerino Crystals Cat Litter Colourful – Sensitive (Unscented)
Economy Pack: 3 x 5 litre Pink
£19.47
Tigerino Crystals Cat Litter Colourful – Sensitive (Unscented)
Economy Pack: 3 x 5 litre Blue
£19.47
What cat litter is best for kittens?
Is a young kitten moving into your home? For a good start to life together with the purrer, you will undoubtedly need appropriate equipment - a starter kit. And since not only food and toys are important, but also hygiene, the choice of litter must be a priority for you.
To help you choose the best cat litter for your kitten, here’s a guide to the most suitable options and what to avoid
Best Litter for Kittens:
- Non-Clumping Litter: Safer for kittens under 12 weeks, as they may accidentally ingest litter while exploring. Non-clumping litter reduces the risk of intestinal blockages if swallowed. It’s also easier to manage during early training.
- Biodegradable or Plant-based litter: Paper pellets, wood fibres, or plant-based litter are gentle on paws and eco-friendly. They’re usually lightweight, highly absorbent, and gentle for sensitive skin.
- Low-Dust litter: Dust can irritate a kitten’s respiratory system. Choose dust-free or low-dust options to keep the air clean and reduce mess around the tray.
- Unscented litter: Strong fragrances can overwhelm kittens and discourage tray use. Unscented litter is safest, while mild natural scents are acceptable if your kitten tolerates them.
- Soft texture: A comfortable texture encourages regular use. Avoid sharp granules or heavy pellets that may feel unpleasant under tiny paws.
Litters to avoid for kittens:
- Clumping clay litter: Very young kittens (under 12 weeks) may ingest litter accidentally. Clumping clay can swell inside the digestive tract, causing blockages. Wait until your kitten is older and fully litter-trained before introducing clumping litter.
- Highly scented litter: Strong fragrances can irritate a kitten’s sensitive nose and discourage them from using the tray. Stick to unscented or lightly scented options to keep the experience pleasant and stress-free.
- Dusty litter: Excess dust can irritate sensitive airways. Choose low-dust or dust-free formulas to minimise irritation and keep the environment clean.
At zooplus, you will find a variety of kitten litter options, so you can find the perfect match for your needs and your kitten's. Some kittens do not have strong preferences, while others must have very fine sand in the kitten litter tray to use it at all.
Our tip: For a start, buy 2 types of litter (finer and coarser, e.g., bentonite and corn litter) and observe which kitten litter box the cat prefers.
What cat litter is best for kittens?
Is a young kitten moving into your home? For a good start to life together with the purrer, you will undoubtedly need appropriate equipment - a starter kit. And since not only food and toys are important, but also hygiene, the choice of litter must be a priority for you.
To help you choose the best cat litter for your kitten, here’s a guide to the most suitable options and what to avoid
Best Litter for Kittens:
- Non-Clumping Litter: Safer for kittens under 12 weeks, as they may accidentally ingest litter while exploring. Non-clumping litter reduces the risk of intestinal blockages if swallowed. It’s also easier to manage during early training.
- Biodegradable or Plant-based litter: Paper pellets, wood fibres, or plant-based litter are gentle on paws and eco-friendly. They’re usually lightweight, highly absorbent, and gentle for sensitive skin.
- Low-Dust litter: Dust can irritate a kitten’s respiratory system. Choose dust-free or low-dust options to keep the air clean and reduce mess around the tray.
- Unscented litter: Strong fragrances can overwhelm kittens and discourage tray use. Unscented litter is safest, while mild natural scents are acceptable if your kitten tolerates them.
- Soft texture: A comfortable texture encourages regular use. Avoid sharp granules or heavy pellets that may feel unpleasant under tiny paws.
Litters to avoid for kittens:
- Clumping clay litter: Very young kittens (under 12 weeks) may ingest litter accidentally. Clumping clay can swell inside the digestive tract, causing blockages. Wait until your kitten is older and fully litter-trained before introducing clumping litter.
- Highly scented litter: Strong fragrances can irritate a kitten’s sensitive nose and discourage them from using the tray. Stick to unscented or lightly scented options to keep the experience pleasant and stress-free.
- Dusty litter: Excess dust can irritate sensitive airways. Choose low-dust or dust-free formulas to minimise irritation and keep the environment clean.
At zooplus, you will find a variety of kitten litter options, so you can find the perfect match for your needs and your kitten's. Some kittens do not have strong preferences, while others must have very fine sand in the kitten litter tray to use it at all.
Our tip: For a start, buy 2 types of litter (finer and coarser, e.g., bentonite and corn litter) and observe which kitten litter box the cat prefers.
Which litter box for a kitten?
One that your little purrer will be happy with! When choosing, be guided by two scenarios:
- Did the cat have a tray in the cattery/shelter/foster home? If so, what kitten litter box did they use there? Let your first choice be the same type – even if you plan to change it in the future. Moving to a new home is not the best time for big changes.
- Or maybe their preferences regarding the litter box are not yet formed? A good choice in the case of such a "clean slate" is the target litter that suits you due to its features and price, and accustom the kitten to it.
Which litter box for a kitten?
One that your little purrer will be happy with! When choosing, be guided by two scenarios:
- Did the cat have a tray in the cattery/shelter/foster home? If so, what kitten litter box did they use there? Let your first choice be the same type – even if you plan to change it in the future. Moving to a new home is not the best time for big changes.
- Or maybe their preferences regarding the litter box are not yet formed? A good choice in the case of such a "clean slate" is the target litter that suits you due to its features and price, and accustom the kitten to it.
Which kitten litter absorbs odours best?
Certainly, it is worth paying attention to litter for kittens with activated carbon with a high odour-binding capacity. Activated carbon is a material with high porosity and a large specific surface area, which makes it bind odours extremely effectively! Besides, high odour absorbency characterizes corn and wood litters, while silicone/silicate and bentonite fall slightly worse; however, cats simply love them due to the fine-grained structure in the kitten litter tray.
Which kitten litter absorbs odours best?
Certainly, it is worth paying attention to litter for kittens with activated carbon with a high odour-binding capacity. Activated carbon is a material with high porosity and a large specific surface area, which makes it bind odours extremely effectively! Besides, high odour absorbency characterizes corn and wood litters, while silicone/silicate and bentonite fall slightly worse; however, cats simply love them due to the fine-grained structure in the kitten litter tray.
How often should you clean a small kitten's litter tray?
As often as possible, even several times a day. There is a myth that you should leave the contents of the tray for a while so that the smell spreads and the cat associates this place with relieving itself. In some cases, this can be helpful, but for the vast majority of kittens, the context of the kitten litter box is enough because it is based on their natural need to bury and hide smells. Therefore, as soon as you see that the kitten's tray is full, clean it – we are not talking about a complete change of litter, but about removing impurities with a scoop.
How often should you clean a small kitten's litter tray?
As often as possible, even several times a day. There is a myth that you should leave the contents of the tray for a while so that the smell spreads and the cat associates this place with relieving itself. In some cases, this can be helpful, but for the vast majority of kittens, the context of the kitten litter box is enough because it is based on their natural need to bury and hide smells. Therefore, as soon as you see that the kitten's tray is full, clean it – we are not talking about a complete change of litter, but about removing impurities with a scoop.
What should be in a small cat's starter kit besides litter products?
We mentioned the kitten starter kit earlier – what should be in it? We believe that the real "must-haves" are:
- Kitten Bowls: ideally 2 sets
- Kitten Carriers: safe and in the right size
- Kitten Scratching Posts: but relax, they can also be large if you want to think ahead!
- Kitten Toys there don't have to be very many, 3-4 to start is enough
What should be in a small cat's starter kit besides litter products?
We mentioned the kitten starter kit earlier – what should be in it? We believe that the real "must-haves" are:
- Kitten Bowls: ideally 2 sets
- Kitten Carriers: safe and in the right size
- Kitten Scratching Posts: but relax, they can also be large if you want to think ahead!
- Kitten Toys there don't have to be very many, 3-4 to start is enough