What is the solution to stop cat litter from going everywhere? Cat litter goes everywhere because the litter sticks to the cat’s fur and paws, after the cat has used the litter box.
To make matters worse, some cats kick and fling litter everywhere.
So much sticking, kicking, and flinging! No wonder we have problems with it!
It’s no fun stepping in cat litter, especially with bare feet! It’s not quite as bad as stepping on Lego blocks, but it’s up there!
Six Ways To Stop Cat Litter From Going Everywhere
1.Use A Decent Litter Mat To Stop Litter In Its Tracks
A litter mat sounds like an obvious solution to stop litter spreading, and it is, but there are different types of litter mats.
Ask yourself these questions about the current litter mat you are using.
Is the litter mat you are using large enough?
Does it cover enough surface area to really do a good job?
Does it actually stop the litter and trap the litter?
Unless you are only protecting the surface of the floor from the litter box, most of the litter mat should be in front of and to the sides of the box and not underneath it.
Some litter mats don’t really stop the spread of litter. You need the best litter mat.
This is also true of the Welcome door mats we have at the front door of our home.
Some work well, don’t they? Others just don’t. The one I have at the moment is pretty to look at, but not really doing a great job.
The litter mats shown below all have one thing in common. They are effective at trapping litter because they have been designed to solve the “cat getting litter everywhere” problem.
These mats are called litter trappers because there are two layers which actually trap the litter. The top layer has a honeycomb structure for the litter to fall through.
To empty the mat, pick up the mat and empty the litter back into the litter box. Voila! If any litter gets lodged in the top layer, the mat can be rinsed.
This litter mat is also lightweight, some litter mats are really heavy.
It is also worth running the vacuum over the litter mat when vacuuming in the general area.
This simple change to using a bigger and better litter mat
can make a big difference with litter spread.
The incredibly popular Pieviev Litter Mat below comes in two sizes, the largest being 30″ x 24″, which is large.
- Anti Tracking EZ Open Edge Litter Mat: Double-layer honeycomb design helps you gather the litter. You...
- Waterproof/Urine Proof Mat: Bottom layer is waterproof and also slip-resistant which will not allow any...
- Easy Clean Washable Litter Mat: Pieviev litter box mat is made of soft and washable EVA. Dirt can be...
- Soft On Paws & Easy To Release Litter: Great litter trapping mat, comfortable on tender paws. Our soft...
Here are some other cat litter trappers.
- Best Mat for Gathering Litter: This cat litter mat helps you to trap the scatter cat litter, no more...
- Waterproof & Urine Proof: With the honeycomb double layer design, the bottom layer is waterproof and...
- Special & Convenient Design: Just pick up the cat litter mat, all the stuck litter falls through...
- Washable & Easy Cleaning: Easy and deep cleaning the bottom layer under a vacuum. Also, with the washable...
2. Is The Litter Box Working To Stop The Spread Of Litter?
Whatever type of litter box you have, always go for the biggest litter box that will comfortably fit in the space you have. Yes, that will mean the box will take more litter but go for a good budget option to solve this problem.
Is the litter box you are currently using, an open top litter box? Think about a covered litter box or a top entry litter box to help stop litter spreading.
A top entry litter box is the best box to reduce litter tracking.
Is a top entry litter box, it the best choice for your cat?
Top entry litter boxes are not suitable for kittens and may not be suitable for senior cats.
Many of the top entry boxes have a textured surface on the top designed for the litter to stay on top of the box. Not 100% guaranteed to work, some cats cut out the middleman and fly out of the box without even touching the textured top of the litter box.
You may not think you need a giant litter box, and you don’t want to be tripping over the litter box, however, research shows that larger litter boxes are definitely better for kitty and definitely better for stopping the spread of litter.
Consider the space you have and whether a bigger box could be an option.
A larger litter box will mean less litter on the floor.
- GREAT SIZE FOR LARGE CATS: Dimensions: 30"L x 20"W x 14"H (76cm x 51cm x 36cm)
- XX-Large SIZE: Made for large and extra-large cat breeds like Maine Coons, Ragdolls, and Savannahs, this...
- EASY CLEAN: Designed with a smooth interior and minimal crevices, this litter box is easy to wipe down...
- OPEN TOP: The open-top design encourages airflow and makes it easy to monitor your cat’s litter habits....
Here is a simple method to find the approximate best size litter box for your cat. Measure the cat from the top of his nose to the base of his tail. The box should be one and a half times that measurement.
If your cat is large, there is a good chance that litter is going to be difficult to contain.
The problem may be that the litter box is too small. This article is about litter boxes for large kitties