Litter box reset 🐈🐈⬛✨ #apartment #catparent #cleaning, by Sustainyrself on YouTube. 1 min 16 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 16 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Put on gloves and place the box on a litter mat or old towel so spilled litter and dirty water stay contained.
Scoop out all solid waste and clumps into a bin bag, then pour the remaining loose litter into the bag and tie it shut.
Take the empty box outside or to a sink and rinse it with warm water to loosen stuck litter from the base and sides.
Wash the whole box with Castile soap and warm water, scrubbing the corners and the rim where dust collects.
Rinse thoroughly until no soap remains, since leftover soap can put cats off using the box.
Spray the inside and outside with a pet-safe disinfecting spray, wipe every surface with a cloth and let it air dry fully.
Wipe down the surrounding floor, windowsill and mat while the box dries, as dust settles on these too.
Pour in fresh low-dust litter to a depth of about 5 cm (2 inches) and spread it evenly.
Put the box back in its usual spot and wash your hands.
Tips and common mistakes
Never use bleach or strong cleaners unless they are pet-safe and fully rinsed, because cats lick their paws.
Switch to a dust-free litter if you see dust building up on nearby surfaces or your cat has allergies.
Do a full empty and wash like this every few weeks, and scoop clumps daily in between.
Keep the box away from food and water bowls so your cat is not put off eating.
Questions
How often should I fully empty and wash the litter box?
About every two to four weeks for one cat, and more often if you have several cats or notice smell. Scoop clumps every day in between.
Can I use regular household disinfectant?
Only if the label says it is pet-safe, and rinse or wipe it off completely. Cats absorb residue through their paws and fur.
How deep should the litter be?
Around 5 cm (2 inches) suits most cats. Some prefer a little more, so watch whether your cat digs deeply or avoids the box.
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