How often do I change crystal cat litter?

As moisture evaporates around the silica litter, it is absorbed via the pores. This means that you won't have to touch your cat's litter tray for approximately two weeks a a time. If you have a multi-cat household, you may ned to change their litter tray more regularly.

Why are most silica cat litters non-clumping?

As the tiny silica gels absorb moisture and odor to such an extent through their small pores, they are incapable of clumping. Silica litter consists of quartz sand and its unique atomic structure doesn't allow for clumping.

Are all crystal litters biodegradable?

Unfortunately, not all crystal litters are biodegradable. Exactly like clay litters, crystal cat litters are sourced through strip mining. This process involves mining companies bulldozing everything at surface level, followed by removing the top soil down to the desired mineral. Wildlife displacement due to habitat loss and water table contamination are only a few of the destructive consequences of strip mining.

Will silica litters work in mechanical litter boxes?

The good news is that silica litters do indeed work in many mechanical litter boxes. One notable example is PetSafe's ScoopFree Self-Cleaning range. Although you're certainly looking at a little extra cost, the joy of not having to scoop up cat litter is worth it.