Why it matters
PrettyLitter's silica gel changes color with urinary pH and the presence of blood, which can indicate possible problems such as urinary tract issues. A color change is a reason to call your vet, not a diagnosis.
The micropores trap urine and dehydrate feces for odor control, and the maker says it lasts up to twice as long as clumping clay; each 6 lb bag lasts up to a month for one cat.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Cats with a history of urinary issues
- Owners who want early signs
- Single cats
Look elsewhere if
- Clumping-only self-cleaning boxes
- Owners who want clumps
- Multi-cat boxes (hard to tell whose)
Pros and cons
Pros
- Color-change indicator
- Unscented
- Light bags
Cons
- Not a diagnosis
- Non-clumping
- Hard to attribute in multi-cat boxes
Limitations to weigh
- Crystal litter suits crystal-tray boxes such as the ScoopFree and boxes whose maker lists crystal litter; most clumping-only globes reject it.
- A color change means call your vet; it isn't a diagnosis.
- Switch litters gradually by mixing in the new one over about a week; abrupt changes can put cats off the box.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Product weight | 12 pounds | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Silica Gel | Retailer |
| Scent | Unscented | Retailer |
| Form | Granule | Retailer |
| In the pack | 12 Pounds | Retailer |
| Capacity | 12 pounds | Retailer |
| Model number | pl6Lotus-2 | Retailer |
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Final verdict
Useful as an early warning, paired with regular vet care.
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