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New Cat, Staying inside covered litter box!
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The thanks and purraise all goes to you and your husband for taking Francesca in and giving her a loving home. Her continued progress is evidence of how much she trusts and loves both of you [emoji]10084[/emoji]️
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@Tabby Tom
@HelloMissKitty
Thank you both for support!
@HelloMissKitty
Thank you both for support!
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As you know, she spends alot of time in her covered litter box. She is getting much better, but still spends quite a bit of time in there.
While in there she digs like crazy! The box is covered, just a hole for her to climb in and out. But the dust! Her room (and my office) is a thick layer of dust at all times!
I have COPD/emphysema and am on oxygen and it cant be good for her either.
We are using bentonite. My husband gets it in large bags!
We need to make a change. We cannot afford fancy, but need dust free, scent free, good for her, and the environment?
The hubby found Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh Pellets. Walnuts. I haven't looked into it yet, any thoughts or ideas? Remember, we are new at this, and Francesca is a Senior from SPCA. Thank you!
Just talked to Hubby, he says it was NOT the pellets. ..
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What litter are you currently using?
I found a couple of threads about cat litter you might find helpful:
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/306212/the-best-cat-litter
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/240358/best-kitty-litter
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/205232/whats-the-best-kitty-litter
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/306212/the-best-cat-litter
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/240358/best-kitty-litter
http://www.thecatsite.com/t/205232/whats-the-best-kitty-litter
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@HelloMissKitty
Companion/binotent?Super easy to clean, but the dust, ugh!
Looking at the Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh litters. Just a bit steep...
By the way, thanks so much for links, am going through them now.
Companion/binotent?Super easy to clean, but the dust, ugh!
Looking at the Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh litters. Just a bit steep...
By the way, thanks so much for links, am going through them now.
The dust does look terrible!
I use Worlds Best Cat Litter, which is pricey BUT one bag lasts me 4-6 weeks with one cat. It is a natural corn based litter and there is no dust. It clumps nicely and is scent free except for a very nice, mild corn smell.
I use Worlds Best Cat Litter, which is pricey BUT one bag lasts me 4-6 weeks with one cat. It is a natural corn based litter and there is no dust. It clumps nicely and is scent free except for a very nice, mild corn smell.
A great money saving suggestion is to order all of Francesca's supplies (food, litter etc) from www.chewy.com
Shipping is free if you order $49 or more so I place orders that will last several months in order to get free shipping. Their prices are excellent as is their customer service. It's so great to have heavy litter and food brought straight to my door [emoji]128522[/emoji]
Shipping is free if you order $49 or more so I place orders that will last several months in order to get free shipping. Their prices are excellent as is their customer service. It's so great to have heavy litter and food brought straight to my door [emoji]128522[/emoji]
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Sounds good!
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
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Francesca update.
I am in the process of gradually changing her cat food from SPCA one, Companion, to Purina One Indoor Advantage. She is on day 3. Nearly half and half, and she LOVES it!
I took the cover off her litter box (tote), she spent too much time in there. It is a bit dustier, she uses it alot more! We are getting new litter asap, Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh Quick Clumping. (Walnuts ).
She spends most of her time now underfoot and cozied up. She has a cardboard box with an old t-shirt, a new nice covered bed, her carrier with fuzzy in it,and a scratching post. She doesn't pay attention to any of those them! I sprayed with little 99cent catnip stuff..she doesn't scratch, but she does knead with her nails out. I cant have scratches all over. Theres a cool wave looking thing...but Francesca is a Senior kitty, quiet, loungy, older, not the playful type...so thats my next venture. She is so sweet and lovey, snd yes, her personality is coming out! [emoji]128049[/emoji]
I am in the process of gradually changing her cat food from SPCA one, Companion, to Purina One Indoor Advantage. She is on day 3. Nearly half and half, and she LOVES it!
I took the cover off her litter box (tote), she spent too much time in there. It is a bit dustier, she uses it alot more! We are getting new litter asap, Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh Quick Clumping. (Walnuts ).
She spends most of her time now underfoot and cozied up. She has a cardboard box with an old t-shirt, a new nice covered bed, her carrier with fuzzy in it,and a scratching post. She doesn't pay attention to any of those them! I sprayed with little 99cent catnip stuff..she doesn't scratch, but she does knead with her nails out. I cant have scratches all over. Theres a cool wave looking thing...but Francesca is a Senior kitty, quiet, loungy, older, not the playful type...so thats my next venture. She is so sweet and lovey, snd yes, her personality is coming out! [emoji]128049[/emoji]
I love this update [emoji]10084[/emoji]️ Sounds like little by little your girl is settling in. You are doing a wonderful job of being patient and loving with her. It sounds like you've done your homework about transitioning her food. What a great cat mom you've become [emoji]128522[/emoji] You'll want to do a similar gradual transition with the litter.Francesca update.
I am in the process of gradually changing her cat food from SPCA one, Companion, to Purina One Indoor Advantage. She is on day 3. Nearly half and half, and she LOVES it!
I took the cover off her litter box (tote), she spent too much time in there. It is a bit dustier, she uses it alot more! We are getting new litter asap, Blue Buffalo Naturally Fresh Quick Clumping. (Walnuts ).
She spends most of her time now underfoot and cozied up. She has a cardboard box with an old t-shirt, a new nice covered bed, her carrier with fuzzy in it,and a scratching post. She doesn't pay attention to any of those them! I sprayed with little 99cent catnip stuff..she doesn't scratch, but she does knead with her nails out. I cant have scratches all over. Theres a cool wave looking thing...but Francesca is a Senior kitty, quiet, loungy, older, not the playful type...so thats my next venture. She is so sweet and lovey, snd yes, her personality is coming out! [emoji]128049[/emoji]
In time, she will begin to use all of the lovely things you have for her. My Kitty literally just discovered a bed I purchased for her over 6 months ago. It is now one of her favorite places to sleep [emoji]128580[/emoji][emoji]129300[/emoji]
I recently purchased one of those wavy things and my Kitty loves it...she reclines on it, sleeps on it, scratches on it, plays on it...I was skeptical as to whether or not she would like it but it has been a hit:
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@HelloMissKitty
Awwww! [emoji]128516[/emoji]How sweet your baby is! I think I will get Francesca a wave!
Not sure if I mentioned that I have copd /emphysema and am on oxygen. So when searching for litter dust was THE ISSUE. Being natural is a super bonus!
So yes, I plan to slowly introduce the litter as well. New stuff on bottom layer, old stuff on top?
Thanks for all the help and support for Francesca and her new family. [emoji]128153[/emoji][emoji]128049[/emoji][emoji]128156[/emoji]
Awwww! [emoji]128516[/emoji]How sweet your baby is! I think I will get Francesca a wave!
Not sure if I mentioned that I have copd /emphysema and am on oxygen. So when searching for litter dust was THE ISSUE. Being natural is a super bonus!
So yes, I plan to slowly introduce the litter as well. New stuff on bottom layer, old stuff on top?
Thanks for all the help and support for Francesca and her new family. [emoji]128153[/emoji][emoji]128049[/emoji][emoji]128156[/emoji]
Found this great TCS article regarding how to switch cat litter, which will have some great tips:
http://www.thecatsite.com/a/when-and-how-to-switch-to-a-new-type-of-litter
I was quite surprised how quickly Kitty took to the wave and months later continues to enjoy it. She seemed to just know what to do with it after inspecting and sniffing it for a bit.
I'm so happy that your little family is getting along so well. I hope you'll continue to let us know how you all are doing and to reach out if you need any help or advice [emoji]128522[/emoji]
http://www.thecatsite.com/a/when-and-how-to-switch-to-a-new-type-of-litter
I was quite surprised how quickly Kitty took to the wave and months later continues to enjoy it. She seemed to just know what to do with it after inspecting and sniffing it for a bit.
I'm so happy that your little family is getting along so well. I hope you'll continue to let us know how you all are doing and to reach out if you need any help or advice [emoji]128522[/emoji]
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@HelloMissKitty
Thanks again for awesome advice, as always!
Thanks again for awesome advice, as always!
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Do you think the wave would address the kneading issue specifically?
That I don't know. Cats typically knead when they are happy and relaxed:
http://www.livescience.com/40548-why-do-cats-knead.html
But if she is doing it to spread her scent and mark her territory then I would say "yes". What specifically do you find her kneading?
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She kneads when she is lovey lovey, like onto me. But, she also lays along side me and kneads the sofa. No scratches, but she is definitely making holes. Her naild going in and out same hole...
In that case, I'm wondering if a nail trim might solve the problem in terms of protecting your sofa from holes? You really can't stop the kneading as it sounds like it's something she does when happy and content and that sounds like its most when she is with you [emoji]128522[/emoji]
Here's an article on how to trim a cat's claws:
http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/cats/tips/trimming_cat_claws.html
I use an inexpensive kind like this:
https://www.chewy.com/kaytee-small-...gclid=CIPQ4_zzxM8CFYeEfgodPPANRQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
You can find this type at Target, Walmart and even some supermarkets.
http://m.humanesociety.org/animals/cats/tips/trimming_cat_claws.html
I use an inexpensive kind like this:
https://www.chewy.com/kaytee-small-...gclid=CIPQ4_zzxM8CFYeEfgodPPANRQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
You can find this type at Target, Walmart and even some supermarkets.
