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Janice · 08-09-2012, 01:10 AM

I've been a cat owner for 22 years now, and I've always used the non-clumping litter. I read somewhere that clumping is better, so I'm using that now, and I do like it better. It's more work because there's more to take out of the litter box, but what a difference in the smell, or I should say, no smell. What really stinks is the cat's urine, and with the clumping, the urine is removed daily and doesn't remain in the litter. Nice topic, lol.

Just wondering what the cat lovers think?

*ROGER* · 08-09-2012, 01:18 AM

Non-clumping litter stinks litter-ally!

With the non-clumping, the litter is much smellier and can even sometimes seem like your lungs are filling up with amonia or something. It's just nasty.

The clumpng litter is much better. The urine forms into a tidy clump and it's much easier to manage and scoop out.

Then there is also this stuff called natural pine and when the litter box is dirty, the pine pellets just turn into something that's like saw dust.

In my opinion, clumping litter is the way to go.

Off topic.....I like your avatar. That liar should be ashamed of himself!

Family Ties Forever! · 08-09-2012, 02:10 AM

The kind I have for Romeo is the clumping kind.
I know when I had both Cuddles and Romeo would would bury the evidence and the other wouldn't.

Brad Russ · 08-09-2012, 03:08 AM

I like the clumping kind better, because it seems to be easier to clean. I also prefer the kind that somehow makes the odor less noticeable. Since we had to get rid of our cats after the eviction, I can't remember what brand we used, but it was good. More expensive, but worth it.

retrofan05 · 08-09-2012, 08:57 AM

I've always used clumping, but decided to try non-clumping as a neighbor had some that she didn't need anymore. I literally tried it for one day and threw it out. Not only was I grossed out by the smell and the idea of urine just sitting in the litter box, my cat must have been grossed out as well, because she decided to use the bathroom elsewhere. LOL.

catlover79 · 08-09-2012, 02:17 PM

Clumping - definitely.

andress_jade · 08-13-2012, 07:26 PM

Definitely clumping litter! I used to use the non clumping kind when I had my other cat because it's cheaper but when I got the two cats I got now I switched over to clumping. I have to tell you its so much better. It costs more but it's definitely worth it. You save money too because you aren't throwing so much away each time you change the box. Clumping litter is a Godsend! It even smells better and masks the urine odor better. That is what smells the worst is the urine odor. People have even noticed that when they come in my house doesn't stink especially having two cats! That is awesome to hear.

Retro4Life · 08-13-2012, 08:02 PM

Oh, yeah, clumping. It's MUCH easier to clean.

spunkygirl · 08-15-2012, 08:39 PM

I don't like the non clumping kind, it leaves a major mess to clean in the litter box when it's ready to be changed. WIth clumping the litter looks fresh and clean

Family Ties Forever! · 06-20-2015, 08:31 PM

Has anyone tried the new "lightweight" cat litter? If so, do you think it works as well as the regular? I buy the heavy one.

Janice · 06-21-2015, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Family Ties Forever!

Has anyone tried the new "lightweight" cat litter? If so, do you think it works as well as the regular? I buy the heavy one.

I'm tempted Jenny, but somehow I feel that it won't be as effective.

Family Ties Forever! · 06-21-2015, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I'm tempted Jenny, but somehow I feel that it won't be as effective.

That's what keeps me from getting it as well. Also, the "lightweight" box is almost the same price as the heavyweight and you get a lot less litter.

Ohio8 · 06-21-2015, 03:04 PM

I always buy clumping.

shotzette · 06-21-2015, 06:29 PM

The lightweight works just as well as the "normal weight" version. Trust me, with 4 cats, the kitty litter has to function in my house. ;-)

ABlairican Pie · 06-22-2015, 09:09 PM

Clumping. Thanks for reminding me, I have to change my cat's litter tonight, or she will get *creative*!

08-09-2012, 01:10 AM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Cat litter: Clumping or Non? I've been a cat owner for 22 years now, and I've always used the non-clumping litter. I read somewhere that clumping is better, so I'm using that now, and I do like it better. It's more work because there's more to take out of the litter box, but what a difference in the smell, or I should say, no smell. What really stinks is the cat's urine, and with the clumping, the urine is removed daily and doesn't remain in the litter. Nice topic, lol. Just wondering what the cat lovers think?

08-09-2012, 02:10 AM	#3
Family Ties Forever! Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 16, 2002 Location: Keaton residence Posts: 10,214	The kind I have for Romeo is the clumping kind. I know when I had both Cuddles and Romeo would would bury the evidence and the other wouldn't.
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08-09-2012, 03:08 AM	#4
Brad Russ Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Feb 17, 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 10,085	I like the clumping kind better, because it seems to be easier to clean. I also prefer the kind that somehow makes the odor less noticeable. Since we had to get rid of our cats after the eviction, I can't remember what brand we used, but it was good. More expensive, but worth it.
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08-09-2012, 02:17 PM	#6
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Clumping - definitely.
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08-13-2012, 07:26 PM	#7
andress_jade Life Goes On... Moderator Senior Member Join Date: Mar 04, 2004 Location: Iola, KS or Glenbrook Posts: 1,220	Definitely clumping litter! I used to use the non clumping kind when I had my other cat because it's cheaper but when I got the two cats I got now I switched over to clumping. I have to tell you its so much better. It costs more but it's definitely worth it. You save money too because you aren't throwing so much away each time you change the box. Clumping litter is a Godsend! It even smells better and masks the urine odor better. That is what smells the worst is the urine odor. People have even noticed that when they come in my house doesn't stink especially having two cats! That is awesome to hear.
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08-09-2012, 01:18 AM	#2
ROGER Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 05, 2007 Location: United States Posts: 2,776	Non-clumping litter stinks litter-ally! With the non-clumping, the litter is much smellier and can even sometimes seem like your lungs are filling up with amonia or something. It's just nasty. The clumpng litter is much better. The urine forms into a tidy clump and it's much easier to manage and scoop out. Then there is also this stuff called natural pine and when the litter box is dirty, the pine pellets just turn into something that's like saw dust. In my opinion, clumping litter is the way to go. Off topic.....I like your avatar. That liar should be ashamed of himself!

08-09-2012, 08:57 AM	#5
retrofan05 Member Senior Member Join Date: Aug 25, 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,111	I've always used clumping, but decided to try non-clumping as a neighbor had some that she didn't need anymore. I literally tried it for one day and threw it out. Not only was I grossed out by the smell and the idea of urine just sitting in the litter box, my cat must have been grossed out as well, because she decided to use the bathroom elsewhere. LOL.

08-13-2012, 08:02 PM	#8
Retro4Life Accept No Substitutes Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 04, 2009 Location: IL Posts: 6,708	Oh, yeah, clumping. It's MUCH easier to clean.
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08-15-2012, 08:39 PM	#9
spunkygirl Member Moderator Forum Celebrity Join Date: Apr 26, 2003 Posts: 21,563	I don't like the non clumping kind, it leaves a major mess to clean in the litter box when it's ready to be changed. WIth clumping the litter looks fresh and clean

06-20-2015, 08:31 PM	#10
Family Ties Forever! Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 16, 2002 Location: Keaton residence Posts: 10,214	Has anyone tried the new "lightweight" cat litter? If so, do you think it works as well as the regular? I buy the heavy one.

06-21-2015, 03:04 PM	#13
Ohio8 Member Forum Star Join Date: Jul 29, 2003 Location: Wherever you aren't. Posts: 18,966	I always buy clumping.
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06-21-2015, 06:29 PM	#14
shotzette Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 30, 2004 Posts: 1,782	The lightweight works just as well as the "normal weight" version. Trust me, with 4 cats, the kitty litter has to function in my house. ;-)

06-22-2015, 09:09 PM	#15
ABlairican Pie Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Dec 12, 2001 Location: Living where cats reign more Supreme than a pizza. Posts: 31,619	Clumping. Thanks for reminding me, I have to change my cat's litter tonight, or she will get creative!
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