How to Control Kitty Litter Odor

One of the most notable differences between dogs and cats is that cats instinctively use a litter box for going to the bathroom -- you never need to walk a cat. This does not, however, mean that your cat can't make your home smell bad. When unattended, kitty litter fills your home with pungent, foul odors, so you should take the proper precautions to keep it under control. Your cat's litter box does not have to smell bad, but if you don't take care of it, it will.

Things You'll Need

  • Covered litter pan
  • Clumping, odor-controlling litter
  • Litter scoop
  • Trash bags
  • Powdered odor controller
  • Spray deodorizer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Invest in a covered cat litter pan. Covered pans contain the odor more than uncovered pans, and may even come equipped with air filters that lock in bad smells.

    • 2

      Fill the pan with odor-controlling, clumping litter. Litter that clumps is easy to remove on a regular basis.

    • 3

      Mix a powdered odor controller in with the litter according to the instructions on the package.

    • 4

      Scoop the litter box daily, removing all clumps of waste.

    • 5

      Throw away the scooped litter immediately after cleaning the litter box.

    • 6

      Spray deodorizer in the vicinity of the litter box after your cat uses the facilities.

    • 7

      Dump out the litter box once a month and replace the litter to remove any lingering smells.