Bentonite Cat Litter by Cat & Go with Lavender Scent
A Cautionary Tale: Why Bentonite Litter is a Recipe for Disaster
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I've been using Aire litter for almost eight years now, and I'm only writing my second review in the animals section. It's a weird coincidence that my first review was about a hammock on a battery, and I wrote it exactly five years ago today. I was just copying a link to add it here, and that's when it hit me: why did I feel like writing about this litter today, even though we used it last summer. I took my cat's picture today, even though I haven't done that in ages. It's the same old girl from my first review, and she's now 18 years old! I've been using this litter for a while, and I'm still not a fan. It's just not worth the hassle, in my opinion.
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Is Bentonite litter really worth the hype?
Honestly, no. I've used it for years and it's always been a disappointment. The smell, the mess, the dust - it's just not worth it.
How does Bentonite litter compare to other types?
To be honest, it's one of the worst I've used. The odor control is terrible and it creates a huge mess. I'd recommend staying away from it.
Is Bentonite litter good for multi-cat households?
No way. With multiple cats, the mess and odor control issues are even worse. It's not worth the hassle.
Can I use Bentonite litter with a covered litter box?
Yes, but it's not a good idea. The dust and mess will still get everywhere, and the covered box won't help with odor control.
Does Bentonite litter have any health benefits?
No, not that I've noticed. It's just a regular litter that doesn't do anything special.
Is Bentonite litter eco-friendly?
I'm not sure. It's not made from natural materials or anything, so I'd say it's not particularly eco-friendly.
Can I use Bentonite litter with a sifting litter box?
Yes, but it's not a good idea. The sifting mechanism will just get clogged with the dust and mess.
Is Bentonite litter good for cats with sensitive paws?
No, it's not. The dust and mess will still be a problem, and it's not gentle on their paws.
check_circlePros
- •The packaging was easy to open and the litter itself was a good value for money.
- •I liked the way it smelled - it was a nice, clean scent.
- •My cat seemed to like it at first, but that's about where the good news ends.
- •The litter clumps were decent, but they broke apart easily when I tried to scoop them.
- •It was relatively easy to clean the litter box, but that's not saying much.
- •The scoop itself was flimsy and broke easily, which was frustrating.
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- •The litter itself was a total letdown - it didn't control odor well at all.
- •It created a huge mess when my cat would dig in it.
- •The dust was a real problem - it got everywhere and made a huge mess.
- •The clumps were not consistent, and it was hard to scoop out solid waste.
- •I had to change the litter completely after just a few weeks, which was a pain.
- •The battery life in the scoop was terrible - it died after a few uses.
