Greetings feline fans! Skye Blake here with some news about coconut cat litter, of all things!
Let’s discover more…
The information here is for general knowledge… always see your vet with questions about your cat’s individual needs.
Who Is Skye Blake?
Skye Blake, Cat Info Detective, is a curious cat researcher (not a veterinarian) who sniffs out expert, reliable sources about cats, studies their information, then passes it on to you!
Sometimes there’s not enough evidence for easy answers, so Skye gives you all sides, explains the situation as thoroughly and clearly as possible, and links you to experts on each page.
Sources are given at the bottom of each page so you can do more snooping.
What Is Coconut Cat Litter?
Coconut cat litter is a biodegradable product, made from what’s left of coconut hulls after they’re processed for other products.
Coconut is naturally hypoallergenic and good for cats with asthma.
It’s also soft, springy and easy on sensitive paws… a good litter for declawed cats.
Coconut is known for being very absorbent.
There are clumping and non-clumping versions of coconut litter.
Coconut litter isn’t good for automatic litter boxes, is expensive, and can be hard to find.
It can be messy and stick to cat’s paws, especially long-haired kitties.
If you’re dealing with young kittens, be sure to use non-clumping.
Kittens eat everything and clumping cat litters can swell up in their little tummies.
This causes intestinal blockages and dehydration. These are both life-threatening situations!
Coconut litter is lightweight and enthusiastic digging by some cats can create dustiness.
Pour it slowly just above the box, then compress the litter onto the bottom.
Coconut Litter Brands & Reviews
As of February 2023, the only coconut cat litter available in the U.S. is non-clumping CatSpot.
I make a small commission on some of the links below… and I get to share profits with qualified cat rescues!
Check descriptions and reviews carefully for any products you wish to buy… quality, sizes, colors, etc., can’t be guaranteed by anyone but the manufacturer.
Cat H2O® Litter Fresh Active+
Litter Fresh Active+ is a little different type of product. It’s a coconut-based activated carbon deodorizer that’s added to your existing litter.
It adsorbs (not absorbs) odors, which simply means the molecules attract and attach odors to the outside of them instead of absorbing them inside.
CatSpot® Non-Clumping Coconut Litter
Catspot® litter is made from recycled coconut coir (fiber from the outer shell). It’s lightweight and dust-free.
A 5-lb. bag of coconut litter absorbs the same amount as 20 lbs. of clay litter.
Remove solids daily and stir litter to increase absorbency.
Video Reviews for Coconut Cat Litter
Here are some helpful YouTube video reviews…
“Cat Litter: Can It Really Be…Dust Free?”, Mobile Paw Spa, July 12, 2017
“Cats Prefer Coconut Litter Over Popular Alternatives (Live Demo) – CatSpot Cat Litter”, CatSpot, April 11, 2018
“Top 13 Best Cat Litters (We Tested Them All)”, All About Cats, April 1, 2020
More Litter Options
If you need more info about what’s “best” for your cat, discover more at “What Are the Best Types of Cat Litter?” and “What’s the Best Cat Litter Box?“
Or follow these trails if you’re curious about other litters…
Related Pages of Interest
If you’re dealing with inappropriate peeing or pooping outside the litter box, take a look at “Why Is My Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box?” and “Why Is My Cat Pooping Outside the Box?“
Of course, if you have a cat peeing outside the box, you’re probably frustrated about cleaning it up.
Discover what you need to know at “Cleaning Cat Urine” and “Enzyme Cleaners for Cat Urine“.
Sources
Sources used on this website are either primary or secondary.
Primary sources are always preferable and have the most reliable information because primary sources are original and directly referenced.
Scientific abstracts and data are good examples of primary sources.
Secondary sources are weaker because they usually consist of opinions or articles that give no sources of their own.
However, sometimes they refer to primary sources.
When I use secondary sources, most are those with some authority, such as veterinarian or cat behaviorist books and articles.
List of Sources
“The Benefits of Natural Litter”, by Jackson Galaxy
Product Information and User Review Sources
Updated March 12, 2023