Bentonite Cat Litter

What is bentonite cat litter?

Bentonite is a natural mineral with montmorillonite as the main component. It has strong water absorption, coagulation and deodorizing effects. Due to its unique properties, bentonite cat litter swells and becomes sticky when exposed to water, and can quickly absorb the cat's urine and feces and form clumps for easy cleaning. The shape of bentonite cat litter is usually round or elongated.

They appear as white or off-white spherical particles or irregularly shaped particles. They are highly hygroscopic and can quickly absorb the water in the feces and form a large hard mass. Using natural sand and gravel as raw materials, the feces will be very large. Return to nature quickly, environmentally friendly and safe. Like traditional clay cat litter, bentonite cat litter has the ability to isolate urine and attach nitrogen compounds produced by urine degradation, so it has a certain deodorizing function.

Currently, most of the calcium-based and sodium-based bentonite cat litters on the market are very well accepted by cats. It is rare to hear feedback that a certain bentonite cat litter prevents pooping or peeing; choose High-quality bentonite cat litter can be almost 95% dust-free, and the average price is much lower than other types of cat litter, making it highly cost-effective. In response to the problem of odor and earthy smell, many bentonite cat litter brands come with activated carbon or contain fragrance. Ambient style to remove all kinds of odors.

How to make bentonite cat litter？

The production process of bentonite cat litter is mainly divided into mineral processing, grinding, expansion, drying, screening, and adding flavors. Specific steps are as follows:

1. Mineral processing: First, you need to select bentonite with good quality, good color and purity as raw material.

2. Grinding: Grind the selected bentonite material to make its particles more fine and increase its surface area.

3. Expansion: Place the finely ground bentonite material into a high-temperature kiln for expansion. Under high temperature and pressure, bentonite begins to expand and form particles containing water.

4. Drying: Dry the expanded particles to ensure the quality and performance of cat litter.

5. Screening: Screen the dried particles to remove unqualified particles.

6. Add fragrance: Add an appropriate amount of fragrance to the cat litter to increase its aroma.

Is bentonite cat litter safe？

• The foot feel is close to nature: The foot feel of bentonite cat litter is considered to be the closest to original nature, so cats usually have a high acceptance of it.

• Dust problem: A common problem with traditional bentonite cat litter is large dust. However, with the development of production technology, some high-end bentonite cat litter has been able to reduce dust and improve the use experience.

• Safety: Bentonite cat litter is generally not easy to accidentally eat and is relatively safe. However, dustier bentonite litters may not be suitable for cats with respiratory problems.

• Suggestions for use: There are suggestions that if economic conditions permit, you can consider using tofu cat litter or cat litter mixed with bentonite clay, because there may be some undiscovered disadvantages that may slowly affect the health of cats and humans.

• Replacement cycle: It is recommended to completely replace bentonite cat litter about once every half a month and clean the entire litter box.

• Thickness recommendation: The thickness of cat litter is generally 5~8cm.

In general, bentonite cat litter is relatively safe under normal use, but you need to pay attention to choosing products with less dust and good quality, and decide whether to use it based on your cat's health and personal preferences. At the same time, regular replacement of cat litter and keeping the litter box clean are also important measures to ensure safe use.

How Bentonite Cat Litter Works？

• Water absorption: Bentonite is a natural clay mineral whose main component is montmorillonite. Montmorillonite has a layered structure that absorbs moisture between layers. When your cat's urine comes into contact with bentonite litter, the litter quickly absorbs the liquid, creating wet litter.

• Clumping properties: In addition to absorbing water, bentonite cat litter also has good clumping properties. This means that the litter that has absorbed urine will clump into a solid clump, making it easy for cat owners to remove it from the litter box with a litter scoop, keeping the litter box clean.

• Deodorizing properties: Bentonite cat litter is usually added with deodorizing agents, such as activated carbon or other chemicals. These ingredients help neutralize the smell of cat excrement and reduce the generation of odor.

• Touch: The particles of bentonite cat litter are usually finer, imitating the touch of soil in the natural environment, which is a natural and comfortable experience for cats.

• Easy to clean up: Bentonite cat litter can be easily scooped up after use, and due to its absorbent and clumping properties, cleanup is relatively simple and quick.

When using bentonite cat litter, cat owners need to regularly change the litter in the litter box to maintain hygiene and reduce odor. It is generally recommended to remove clumps of cat litter daily and completely replace the litter in the litter box approximately every 2-4 weeks, depending on how moist the litter is and how used it is.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Bentonite Cat Litter

Advantages of bentonite cat litter

• It has strong water absorption and can quickly absorb the liquid produced by cat excrement, effectively reducing odor.

• It is dust-free, does not produce dust floating in the air, and is harmless to the health of people and cats.

• Easy to clean, the particles are of moderate size, easy to take out, and very convenient for flushing the toilet.

• The price/performance ratio is relatively high and suitable for consumers with high demand.

Disadvantages of bentonite cat litter

• High consumption: Due to the small size of the particles, a large number of particles will be taken out of the cat litter box after a period of use, resulting in a short service life.

• Not for multiple uses: Bentonite cat litter is disposable cat litter and cannot be used multiple times. Because it has absorbed more liquid and odors, it will produce unpleasant odors when used again.

Why Choose Our Bentonite Cat Litter from MeiMiao Pet

• When it comes to selecting the best cat litter for your feline companions, MeiMiao Pet Food offers a premium bentonite cat litter that stands out for several compelling reasons. With a commitment to excellence that has been honed over nearly six years of experience in pet food research, development, and export, our company has established a reputation for quality that is recognized both domestically and internationally.

• Our bentonite cat litter is produced under strict quality control standards, ensuring that it meets not only the HACCP ISO certification but also the stringent requirements of US and European markets. This guarantees that our cat litter is safe, effective, and reliable for your pet's daily needs.

• Meimiao pet supports ODM & OEM of calcium bentonite cat litter and naki bentonite cat litter, including proportion and packaging design.

FAQ about bentonite cat litter

Does bentonite cat litter have any impact on cats' health?

High-quality bentonite cat litter has little impact on cats’ health. However, if the litter is too dusty, it may cause irritation to your cat’s respiratory and urinary systems. Therefore, choosing low-dust or dust-free bentonite cat litter is more cat-friendly.

How to prevent bentonite cat litter from being brought out?

In order to prevent the bentonite cat litter from being taken out of the litter box by cats, you can use a cat litter mat with grids or grooves and place it near the cat litter box, so that the cat can naturally scrape off the litter on its feet when it walks out of the litter box. sand. Also, regular cleaning of the litter box and surrounding area can help reduce litter scattering.

What is the difference between bentonite cat litter and tofu litter?

The main difference between bentonite cat litter and tofu litter lies in the raw materials and characteristics. Bentonite cat litter is made of natural clay minerals, which has strong water absorption and good clumping properties; while tofu litter is usually based on tofu residue or other plants, which is more environmentally friendly and has less dust, but may not be as good as clumping and deodorizing. Bentonite Cat Litter.

How to choose a suitable bentonite cat litter?

When choosing bentonite cat litter, you should consider your cat's preference, the amount of dust in the litter, water absorption and clumping properties, deodorizing effect, and price. You can buy a small package and try it first, observe the cat's reaction and the performance of the cat litter, and then decide whether to use it for a long time.

Conclusion

MeiMiao brand bentonite cat litter is one of the pet products produced by Nanhe County MeiMiao Pet Products Co., Ltd. The company focuses on the production of pet products and has more than ten years of sales, research and development experience.