Cat litter attractant products are easy to use and safe for your feline buddy. If your cat is urinating outside the box, litter additives attract felines so they urinate in an actual litter box. Always rule out medical issues with your vet, as urinary problems can be serious, and one reason cats avoid the box.
Select a Safe Cat Litter Attractant
Cats end up at shelters when they don't use the litter box. If your veterinarian does not find a medical problem or health issue, you can try a litter box with a cat litter attractant. You only need to sprinkle a small amount of the litter additive in your cat's box. The natural ingredients attract cats, and the herbs typically smell delicious.
Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract Litter Additive
Designed by a veterinarian, this natural herb blend is popular with cats. Cat Attract works so well that some pet owners used the product only a few times before their cat was back using the litter box appropriately. A few reviews say this product doesn't have any odor, and cats went back to the box with just a few sprinkles.
Bottles cost about $20 and should last one cat for close to three months. To use, mix one-fourth of the 20-ounce bottle in 20-25 pounds of fresh, unscented litter. When you add more litter to the box, mix in another one-eighth of the bottle.
Fresh Step Litter Box Attractant
One of the largest cat litter companies, Fresh Step, tackles cat litter box aversion with their version of a litter additive. This formula attracts cats back to their litter boxes and helps train kittens to start using a litter box. You can use this product with any litter. The Amazon reviews show this product helps with feral cats too!
To use, sprinkle a generous amount in your cat's litter and mix well. You can purchase a nine-ounce bottle for just under $8.
Jorvet Litter Magnet
Jorvet uses an all-natural, strong scent in their additive to attract cats to the litter box. Litter Magnet averages close to four out of five stars on Amazon. Customer reviews mostly talk about the earthy texture and pet parents say their cats now eliminate in their boxes after months of litter aversion.
You can use this attractant with any clumping or clay litter. A 20-ounce bottle provides coverage for up to 100 pounds of litter, and this product is under $20. A client education brochure explains how to use it properly.
Naturally Fresh Herbal Attraction Scented Clumping Walnut Cat Litter
Fresh walnut-based herbs attract cats to the litter box according to the rave reviews on Chewy. Pet parents say this herbal litter helps their cat's urine stay in the box, not on the rug.
To use, place one to two inches of Naturally Fresh Litter in a clean cat litter box. Top it with enough of your current cat litter to cover the additive. This sells for under $14.
Certain Smells May Turn off Your Cat
Cats are extremely sensitive to certain scents, and your feline may not enjoy strong smells. Always look at the ingredients before you add the additive to your cat's litter.
- Baking soda
- Perfumes
- Deodorants
- Vinegar
Try a Homemade Cat Litter Attractant
A DIY herb litter box attractant may do the trick. Many herbs smell fabulous to cats and are non-toxic, even if ingested in small amounts. Dry a few herbs and grind them with a food processor into a fine powder for the litter box. Mix the powder with equal parts of cornstarch to absorb the odors. The cornstarch will block some of the scents so the mixture isn't too strong.
- Lavender
- Calendula
- Sage
- Spearmint
- Echinacea
- Lemon-balm
Sprinkle a teaspoon over the litter.
Cats Like Catnip
Different cats have varying reactions to catnip. Pet lovers can safely add small amounts of this dried herb to the litter box. First, add catnip to a scratching post to ensure your cat has a positive reaction to this herb.
Rule out Medical Conditions
Urinating or defecating outside the litter box may be the only sign of a serious problem. A vet checkup is the first step if your feline buddy stops using the box for any reason. Your cat must receive a clean bill of health from the vet before you try anything new, including litter additives.
Eliminate Litter Box Aversion
If a medical condition is not the cause, then a litter additive may solve the problem. With regular scooping and litter changes, cat litter box attractants may be the answer. Try the DIY formula, catnip, and the products to determine what your feline friend enjoys the most.
