What's the best cat litter for kittens?
Kittens do best with a litter that barely makes dust, has no added scent and feels nice under their paws. TOFU cat litter checks every box: it's made from pea and soy fibers and corn, 99.9% dust-free and also available unscented. Here's what to look for in a first litter, how to switch your kitten over and how often to clean the box.
- 99.9% dust-free, even when your kitten digs like crazy
- Available unscented, with no added fragrance
- Plant-based, made from pea and soy fibers and corn
„Kitten or senior, my cats love it. It's easy on their paw pads.“
What matters in a cat litter for kittens?
Kittens spend a lot of time in the litter box: they dig, sniff and play. Four qualities make a litter comfortable for them.
What if your kitten puts litter in its mouth?
Kittens explore everything new with their mouths, litter included. TOFU is made from pea and soy fibers, corn starch, corn flour and guar gum, with no clay and no silica. The unscented version has no added fragrance.
Still, the same goes for any litter: it isn't food. If your kitten keeps eating litter rather than just nibbling at it, talk to your vet.
How little dust TOFU makes and what that means for cats and people: read more on our page Dust-free tofu cat litter.
The right litter box for your kitten
An open box with a low entry is easiest for kittens. Put it where your kitten spends time anyway, somewhere quiet and away from the food bowl. You can add a hood later, once your cat is reliably litter trained.
With TOFU, a depth of 3 to 5 cm (1–2 in) is enough, for kittens too. We explain step by step how to litter train your kitten in our magazine: How to litter train a kitten.
How to get your kitten used to TOFU
Most kittens already know a litter when they move in with you. A gentle transition makes it easy for them.
How often should you change cat litter for kittens?
We explain the routine for one or more cats in our magazine: How often should you change cat litter? Switching from another litter is covered in detail in Switching to TOFU.
When do kittens start using the litter box?
From about 3 to 4 weeks old, kittens go on their own and look for a spot with litter by themselves. They mostly learn this from their mother and by instinct. If they move in with you at around 12 weeks, they usually already know the litter box.
If your kitten still won't use the box, the cause is often the location, an entry that's too high or an unfamiliar litter. You'll find tips in our article How to litter train a kitten.
„My cats needed a few days to get used to it, but now there's no problem at all.“ – Christine K., Germany
Start with a trial bag
For kittens, we recommend the unscented version. One bag is enough to fill a regular-size litter box for the first time. After that, the subscription with 4 bags every 2 months is just right for one cat.
What cat people say about TOFU
„Easy on the nose, paws and feet, goes a long way, and my cat simply loves it!“
„No dust at all, really great. My cats needed a few days to get used to it, but now there's no problem at all. Hardly sticks to their paws.“
„The litter clumps really well, doesn't stick to their paws and hardly smells at all! Our tomcat took to it right away.“
FAQ: cat litter for kittens
What kind of cat litter is best for kittens?
Kittens do best with a litter that barely makes dust, has no added scent and feels nice under their paws. A firmly clumping litter makes frequent scooping easier for you. TOFU cat litter in the unscented version meets all four points.
Is clumping litter OK for kittens?
Clumping litter makes frequent scooping easier with kittens. TOFU clumps thanks to plant fibers and guar gum, not clay. If your kitten puts litter in its mouth a lot, talk to your vet about which litter suits this phase.
When do kittens start using the litter box?
From about 3 to 4 weeks old, kittens go on their own and look for a spot with litter. If they move in with you at around 12 weeks, they usually already know the litter box. Read our kitten article
How often should I change the litter for a kitten?
Scoop out clumps and poop several times a day, since kittens use the box more often. With TOFU, you replace all the litter about every 2 to 4 weeks and clean the box at the same time. More on how often to change litter
How much litter should go in a kitten's litter box?
With TOFU, 3 to 5 cm (1–2 in) is enough, for kittens too. Fill to about 5 cm (2 in) and top up when the level drops well below 3 cm (1 in).
Scented or unscented litter for kittens?
For kittens, we recommend litter with no added scent. Kittens go by their own smell, and a strong fragrance can confuse them. TOFU comes unscented or with a light lavender scent.
How do I get my kitten used to TOFU?
For the first few days, use the litter your kitten already knows. Then gradually mix in more TOFU until, after about 10 days, there's only TOFU in the box. See the guide
What should I do if my kitten won't use the litter box?
First check the location and the box: somewhere quiet, easy to reach, open and with a low entry. Place your kitten in it after meals and naps and clean up accidents without fuss. If the problem continues, have your kitten checked by your vet. More tips in our magazine
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