The Best Way to Keep a Litter Box Odor Free

A clean, odor-free litter box is the key to happy, healthy cats and equally happy and healthy humans. Unfortunately, keeping the litter box free of odors is not always as easily done as said.

  1. 1 Box for Each Cat

    • If you have multiple cats, one litter box will just not do. Litter boxes can transmit parasites and diseases, and can deter cats from going to the bathroom where they should. This can spell disaster for your carpet, couch or bed.

    Use Quality Cat Litter

    • Don't skimp when it comes to cat litter. The off-brands may be cheaper, but they won't do nearly the type of job that quality cat litter can. Quality litter means less litter dust, better clumping ability, and a better ability to lock in odors.

    Scoop Every Day

    • It is important to scoop the litter box each and every day, no matter how many cats you have. This will make sure they never have a reason not to use it and removes bacteria and waste that causes odors.

    Clean the Litter Box

    • When possible, clean the litter box with warm water, soap and a little bleach. This helps to ensure that there is less bacteria in and around the litter box. It can also help to ensure a fresher scent near the box.

    Weekly Changes

    • Changing the litter weekly is critical to keeping a litter box odor-free. Dump the entire litter box and replace it with fresh litter once a week.