As an indispensable part of cats' daily lives, the quality of cat litter directly affects the health of cats and the user experience of their owners. Therefore, learning to distinguish the quality of cat litter is particularly important. Here are some key methods for identifying the quality of cat litter.
1. Observe the pH value
The pH value is an important indicator for determining whether harmful substances have been added to cat litter. Generally speaking, a pH value between 8-10 is a reasonable range for cat litter. If the pH value exceeds 10, the dust from cat litter may burn the esophagus or respiratory tract of cats and humans. Ordinary households cannot directly measure the pH value, but a simple test can be used to make a preliminary judgment: rub the cat litter in the palm of your hand, let it sit for 10 minutes, and then rinse it. If there is a burning sensation in your hand, it indicates that there may be a problem with this cat litter.2. Check the moisture content
The moisture content of cat litter is also a key factor affecting its quality. Cat litter with high moisture content will produce more dust, while litter with low moisture content may be too dry and easily disintegrate into powder. The ideal moisture content of cat litter should be below 8%, as litter exceeding 10% is prone to powdering after prolonged storage. The moisture content of cat litter can be determined by touching it. Cat litter that is too dry or prone to breakage often has a moisture content that does not meet the standard.3. Test adsorption capacity
The adsorption capacity of cat litter is an important indicator of its deodorizing function. Although manufacturers have professional instruments to measure, household users can also test it through a simple method: put a small cup of cat litter in the refrigerator for one day, take it out and smell it the next day. If the cat litter has the ability to absorb odors in the refrigerator, it indicates that its adsorption capacity is good.4. Evaluate fragrance
The scent of cat litter is also one of the factors to consider when choosing. Cats rely on their sense of smell for survival, and excessively fragrant cat litter may cause cats to experience olfactory paralysis. The fragrance of cat litter mainly comes from chemical processing and natural plants. It is recommended to choose cat litter made with plant spices, or preferably choose odorless cat litter to reduce the impact on cat health.5. Consider the types and characteristics of cat litter
Different types of cat litter have different characteristics and advantages and disadvantages, suitable for cats and owners with different needs.Bentonite cat litter: mainly composed of bentonite or natural sand and gravel, with fast clumping and good deodorizing effect, but with a large amount of dust.
Crystal cat litter: non-toxic and pollution-free, strong water absorption capacity, no dust, but poor clumping and inconvenient cleaning.
Tofu cat litter: environmentally friendly and biodegradable, with small dust and good clumping properties, but with larger particles that are easily carried out.
Pine cat litter: It has good water absorption and odor removal effect, and can be directly flushed into the toilet, but it is prone to moisture and has a woody odor.
Mixed cat litter: such as tofu litter+bentonite+deodorizing particles mixed litter, which combines the advantages of various types of cat litter and is currently a popular choice in the market.
