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Why Your Cat Hates the Litter Box: 5 Reasons & Easy Solutions

Cat stop using their litter box? Read the top 5 reasons your cat may be avoiding their litter box and how to address the problem with solutions like self-cleaning litter boxes.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Ultimate Cat Litter Guide: Types, Odor Control & No More Smell

Cat litter comes in a range of types, textures and scents. Learn about the different types of cat litter options available and how to transition new litters.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

How to Choose the Best Litter Box: A Guide for Happy Cats & Kittens

Do you know what to consider when shopping for the best litter box? If not, learn the importance of the size, material, and box types available for your cat.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Best Mother's Day Gifts for Cat Moms: Petco's Purr-fect Picks

Have a cat mom in your life, or is your mom also an avid cat fan? Explore these favorites on Mother's Day.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Your Cat's Best Life: Feeding, Health, Behavior & Home Guide

Learn how to care for your cat, recommended diet and grooming care. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your neighborhood Petco.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Tired of vacuuming cat litter? Best low-tracking litter for my cat?

I use Yesteday News which is pelleted litter made from recycled newspaper. They also have pelleted pine litter. The pellets are bigger and don’t track out of the litter box, and don’t stick to their feet. I use just a small amount and clean it daily. I also have a robot vacuum and it vacuums daily on a schedule so the house is clean without me having to do it. The vacuum was one of my favorite purchases ever! Thanks for using Boop by Petco to help you care for your cat.

My cat won't use the litter box. I've tried everything. What now?

I'm so sorry that you're dealing with this with scruff. I would consider Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract litter (https://www.drelseys.com/shop/cat-attract/) or additive (https://www.drelseys.com/shop/ultra-litter-attractant/). I would also consider covering part of a litterbox in sand or dirt to attract Scruff if she is used to going outside. Some cats hate covered litter boxes and some love them. I would try to use the hints of where Scruff is going to try to replicate those conditions in the litterbox. If she is going in the bath tub or on a tile floor, then leave half of the litter box empty for her go on a hard surface. If she likes soft surfaces, then try shredded paper or a soft paper litter. I would also consider something like Yesterdays News because kittens often like to dig in it (https://www.yesterdaysnews.com/Products/CatLitter.aspx). Good luck! I hope that was helpful and gives you some ideas. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.

Tidy Cats Lightweight litter sticks to paws. What litter is better?

It's worth a shot to see if it is just the brand rather than the litter format. As cats can be picky about litter types, be sure to do a gradual changeover to the new litter to prevent Olivia from avoiding it or using elsewhere to go potty. A litter mat outside of the box may also help wipe her feet and fur some, reducing the spread throughout the house.

What litter for my blind senior cat with balance and clumping paws?

A peat/soil based or sawdust based pellet is less likely to stick to his paws, you can also try using only a bare scattering of litter over newspaper but this would then need emptying at least twice daily

Is scented cat litter safe for my allergic cat with skin issues?

I would not use a litter that has an aroma on a cat who is sensitive. I am not sure if you are able to purchase this certain litter system but if you are able to the Breeze litter system is great. It has pellets, not litter and when they pee it goes to a pad underneath. https://www.amazon.com/gp/css/homepage.html/ref=nav_youraccount_ya I use this for my cat and there is no dust, no smell and no tracking. Thank you for using Boop by Petco.