A year ago I watched it and was sceptical, but you CHANGED MY LIFE. Wood litter + a sifting box = best thing that happened to my cat-care routine. THANK YOU! My cat was very picky, but I transitioned her very slowly, putting more wood into the clay litter. Then I placed a second box with wood pellets only next to her old one and started cleaning the old one less often, so it got kinda stinky. One day, she just went to the new box on her own. Now I have no idea how I used to tolerate clay and all the dirt that comes with it.

Did this just randomly appear in everyone's recommended? Because same.

When you said $20 a year for cat litter I have to put my phone down and take a walk outside to rethink the choices I made in life

the very fact that cats will happily use a litter box is yet another amazing feature of these wonderful and fascinating creatures

i was like "yeah right. I'm an expert. what can she teach me?" I bow to your greatness, senpai

I'm watching this at 7 am when I should be getting ready for my day. I don't have a pet.

Nobody: KZfaq recommendations: “you’re doing your litter wrong.”

Four years after you made this video you changed my life and my cats' lives! Charlie, my biggest cat, would always not poop during the night, but wait until I cleaned the cat litter in the morning, Then, within a minute after I cleaned it, he was in there doing his business. The second day we used the pine pellets I started to clean the litter first thing in the morning and there was his deposit! The increased cleanliness of the pine pellets persuaded Charlie to give up a practice he's had for years.

Intelligent, concise, resourceful, and extremely educational. We have four furry friends who scratch out clay litter like it was confetti! This system sounds much more pleasing. Thank you.🐈🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛.

Hi, I'm just a dude who worked in pet stores for about a year. I agree with everything in this video, but I feel like there are two points she didn't touch on, so I wanna drop some helpful tips. 1) if your cat is used to clay litter, make sure to transition between by having clay on the bottom and covering it with pellets. This makes it easier for the cat to get used to the pellets and realize "oh wait, I'm supposed to shit on these" 2) Some cats will outright refuse to use wood pellets, so make sure to get a small/cheap bag first so you aren't wasting mass amounts of money on something your cat won't use.

"I haven't had a cat for 1.5 years because I am allergic to them." "So recently I adopted 2 new cats" Felt this in my soul lol... I've had my 2 cats for 8 years and recently developed an allergy to them.... and I still have them lol.

Not sure why this video was recommended to me in 2023 but I enjoyed it. Brief, straight to the point with no fluff 😄 thanks.

I've been using it for well over 4 years now. It is wonderful. Smells great, they love it....I will take your expert and raise you 60. That's how many I care for daily. Yep 6.59 for 40# at tractor supply stores. Pine and small animal bedding here in Michigan. I've been spreading the word as well. Thanks for helping others save their, backs, hands, homes and pocket books. Might want to mention it also all natural, may use it in the garden minus the feces. And if you store it after use in cat food kibble bags for a winter and spring season closed outdoors. It turns into the most beautiful bronze color great for adding to your soil, with all signs of feces broken down and invisible.

On today's episode of "WHY IS THIS IN MY RECOMMENDATION???" we learn how to clean cat's litter like a pro

Those dislikes are from clay litter companies

Thank you for this quick and simple explanation! For ages I've been debating switching to pine because of the price difference but I just didn't understand how to clean it out in a litter box. So this greatly cleared things up! Hoping my cats don't get too mad at me for the change 😹

What a difference these pellets have made! I started out by adding a bit of pine pellets at a time over a period of about a week until I felt confident that my cat was adjusted. Now, there's no litter tracking at all and absolutely no smell. From now on, it's pine for us.

You had me at “smell like a wood shop” No joke that smell is so calming to me. Thank you

You had me at “I’m the Gwyneth Paltrow of cat poop”

Thank you thank you!! This popped on my main page when I was considering changing from clay litter, I just didn't know to what. I guess the algorithm answered for me and showed me this video! It's been two months now on wood pellets and it has changed my life!! So thank you!! 🎉

Your video changed EVERYTHING for me. I refer to it when I try to turn others to pine/sifting box. Your delivery. Your explanation. All of it. Wonderful! I'm a believer! Thank you Thank you Thank you!

we love it when youtube actually recommends *good* videos

I tried Pine. It was great, but my cat has asthma and the pine ended him up in the ER. Just posting this for those who may have a cat with asthma and not realize it. Pine* isn’t the best for cats with asthma neither is the wood dust unfortunately. *Edited to remove the oil reference after Pine. It was a chemical compound inherent in pine that my cat was allergic to. This chemical can’t be washed away as it’s part of the natural make up of pine. It wouldn’t have mattered how the wood was processed. I did my homework and thought I was using the safest brand, kiln dryer, no added scent, perfumes, or chemicals. Labeled non-toxic and hypoallergenic. Sometimes we can do all the research we want, but like with asthmatic humans the allergy determines the reaction.* Thanks for the likes and comments. ✌🏾♥️💯 Edit: Thanks for the likes. I still get replies occasionally so wanted to add that I do use a clay litter made by Dr. Elsey. It’s called respiratory relief. It’s low dust, fragrance free, and hypoallergenic. Other options if you want to avoid clay are Paper, Crystal or wheat or corn based litter. I have tried all of those, but food based litters attract weevils, and in the south they’re prevalent so I can’t use corn or wheat litter. Paper based litter wasn’t absorbent enough and Crystal litter doesn’t clump and can be messy. I use the Litter Robot which requires a clay litter. Dr Elseys has never caused an asthma attack in my cat. I also avoid wearing, spraying or diffusing any fragrances, essential oils, or perfumes in my home as they can cause an asthmatic reaction. I also use an air purifier. My cat has an occasional very minor asthma reaction during season change as a reaction to outside allergens. If your cats asthma is severe, then you can get an inhaler, use antihistamines or steroids. I had another cat that passed that had severe asthma and required daily meds. I’m happy to answer questions about treatments if you tag me. Avoiding the things above works for my current cat who doesn’t have asthma as severe as my other cat. Hope this helps. ♥️

WOW This is the best advice I've found about litter! I'm certainly going to try this!! THANK YOU ❤️ And you appear so trustworthy!

I have been using pine litter for years, but have just found the fire pine and I’m saving a fortune. Thank you for the tip about 2 boxes, I havn’t seen those, but having 6 cats will have to be inventive and make my own. Thank you very much.

Becky: "Hi I'm Becky and I'm here to persuade you to adopt a new cat" Me: "Noooo" Becky: "-litter lifestyle" Me: "oh thank god! We are already at full cat-pacity"

I dont even know why I'm watching this. I have a dog.

Thank you! I've always used pine because the smell absorption is just WAAY better than the clay stuff, but I really struggle with the cleaning as eventually it's this big mess of sawdust and unused pellets. Then to clean it you have to throw away a lot of unused pellets along with the sawdust. Never even considered sifting it! Going to go drill some holes right now

This randomly popped up in my feed. I just wanted to let you know I found a video of yours years ago talking about pellets as cat litter. I gave it a try and omg never gone back since. Your advice has saved me so much money plus it gets rid of odors way more than regular litter and doesn't track all over the floor. I also love that it's healthier for my cat. Thank you thank you thank you!

You've just given me the best argument I've ever had to convince my wife to let me have a cat. THANK YOU

I used this in the past and wood dust went everywhere, BUT I didn't have the sifting pan. Thank you for the secret step!!!

I'd never had this explained. This is a system I'll be changing to!! THANKS SO MUCH!!

omg this video changed our lives! so many years battling with the clay disaster and now everything impeccable and odor-free! Additionally, we now fill cardboard toilet tubes with sawdust and use them as a fire starter in the fireplace; The remaining ashes go to the garden as fertilizer and the pine cycle ends without residue, it's great, thank you very much for the advice!

I’m allergic and took in 2 kittens that were at my door. 1 month later we are all still alive.♥️

“Clay litter sucks” me with a whole new big bag of clay litter

I am so so excited about this! I love the way wood chips smell; it reminds me of my Nan and Pops house back in Newfoundland when I was a kid. I am doing this. Thank you for making this video!!!

Thank you so much Becky for this educational video on how to manage cat poo and pee effectively and economically. You are the Winner of the Cat Owner Educator Award!!! I adopted a one-year old cat 2 months ago. He is adorable, however, the clay-clumping-litter I was advised to use, stunk up the entire house although I scooped and disposed of it regularly. Four days ago, I searched KZfaq for ways to kill the stench and watched your video. The following day, in a heavy rain storm, I drove 60 minutes and bought the horse bedding pellets you recommended (It's gone up 50% to $7.25 for 40 lbs). Wasn't sure if KEI (like Kite) would use it. To my joy and surprise, he used it without hesitation and seems to prefer it to the clay stuff. I did have a sifter container with holes but did not know how to use it. Thanks to you, I've started using it and everybody is happy. We like the wood pellet scent! Love and gratitude from me, Kei and our guests!

I don’t even have a cat.. anyway here I am taking notes

I don't have a cat, I don't know why this was recommended, or why I clicked, but I do appreciate the lesson 😁

Thank you!! Because of this video I switched to pine pellets and it was the BEST decision I’ve ever made. 👏🏻👏🏻 i am so grateful I saw your video.

You are the best. Honestly the best video I've watched about cat litters. Thank you so much!

I love that she can use the word “dump” and “fastidious” in the same sentence 😂

When KZfaq randomly recommends video that is actually an issue that you need real life advice on.

I buy equine bedding making sure it is kiln dried. Made my own sifting boxes using storage bins from Walmart. I and the cats (Mudslide, my Tortie and Smudge, my Snowshoe) haven't looked back. Soooo much more cost effective, and there is no more smell issue. Win win.🙂

Found this video helpful and am glad you made it!

I tried this litter and my cat refused to use it, he was adamant and finally pooped on my pillow in rebellion.

Me: *is allergic to cats and is not planning to have them* Me: oh shit better watch this in case I need to Know™

They have the sifter litter box at Walmart I use cheap tongs to take the poop out so much quicker. I glued two PC pipes to the underside of the top sifter to bring it up higher so you have a few more days before you take it outside. Tractor supply has the pellets for horse, dog and cats. It’s about seven dollars or less.

I have been using pine pellets, but, was not sifting. Thankyou for the great info. I appreciate it.

I don’t have a cat, but I still watched and thoroughly enjoyed this

Me: has no cats or any pets at all Also me: watches a video about cat litter

Your video just popped up in recommended and I'm so glad it did!! We already use the pine pellets and refuse to use anything else. Every household I've been in that uses the clumping litter smells like a catbox, but not so with the pellets!! We do also use some litter box deodorizer but it's not a have to. The part of this video I LOVE is finding out about sifting litter boxes!!! 😁😁 For the pellets, sifting will be awesome!! Should really cut down on the number of pellets we end up tossing. Thank you so much for posting this!!! 😻💕😻🧶

I’ve seen several of these videos explaining the pellets vs clay litter , and I enjoy watching yours the best- so I went out and bought pellets and hopefully my cats adapt, thank you so very much… 👍

A cat litter expert? So, you’re ... cat litterate?

KZfaq Recommendations: YOU'RE DOING YOUR CAT LITTER WRONG Me, the proud owner of 3 house plants: ...well damn, say no more!

I use wood pellets for years already, it really is a cool thing. Thank you for the litterbox advice, I'll try it eventually.

Brilliant advice! Thank you!

Damn. You just made me drive almost 30 km just to get these wood pellets from hardware store for absolute bargain price. You got a subscriber.

I love you. Not only was this video filmed without background noises or interruptions, but you were also quick and concise in your explanation. Once again, I love you!

I’ll give this a try. Thank you for the tips!

Thank You, now I have find out where to purchase the pine pellets in my small town.😊

“Hi I’m Becky, and I’m here to persuade you to adopt an new cat...” Me: yes I will adopt a new cat “...litter lifestyle” Me: oh okay then

My cat was 20 when she passed. The last 3 years I had her, she did not like litter. Not clay, clump or pine. I tried all kinds of things but she would not use the box and would leave puddles on the floor next to it. I started using the paper towels we dried our hands with, just putting them in the box instead of throwing them away, and she loved it. I have been told that elderly cats sometimes go off litter, so maybe this can help someone else with an elderly cat.

I've been using grass seed litter since my kittens are used to the consistency of clay. It's also readily available at my local grocer and a way lot healthier for both my cats and the environment.

Thank you so much! I am really going to try this. I ordered the pan from Amazon. Thank you for providing that link and I’m going to see if I can find a store where I can get the equestrian pellets you mention but for now I’m going to get the pine litter and see how that helps. Thank you thank you

“Because Jackson Galaxy told me to” if this isn’t every cat owner ever.

Naturally, I'm finding that I do everything wrong.

Thank you Becky! A great video and explanation of an alternative litter method. I never knew!😊

you changed my litter system about 3 years ago now from this video and i just recommended this again after so long lol. i still use pine pellets, thank you for the information!!!!

I don't even have a cat How did I get here *I'm confused*

The cats look so confused when you were sifting. 'Why are u shaking my pee"

Amazing piece of info. I will be implementing it soon! Thank you so much.

Life changing! Thank you 🙏🏽

Just a small tip: if you try to buy wood pellets for burning you should read the ingredients list carefully. If it is only wood or mix of different types of woods - that is ok. But some of them (at least in my country) has some oils, resins and petroleum by-products. And that are not animal-friendly stuff. I used pellets for my hamsters as a kid and now I'm planning to "adopt" my grandfathers cat from the farm and "upgrade" her to the indoor cat. I hope she will like pellets too!

I don’t know why this popped up but now I wanna go buy pine pellets and it’s 1:30 in the morning

Thank You for this excellent, practical, suggestion.

You can put a few wood blocks in the bottom tray to make dead space for the Amazon box. Just a thought.

Cat: Mommy's shaking my toilet.

Me: I can’t sleep You tube: watch this video about cat litter Me: ok

I saw this video about 2 1/2 years ago. Best thing I ever did in the care of my cats was switch to pellets. No smell, no dust and no messy floors. The cost savings is incredible! It now costs $30 a year as opposed to $400 for that over priced clay litter. Thank you so very much for this video.

Short and to the point - great video. Thanks!

I have two fat cats that I’m allergic to that have been killing me slowly for the last 16 years

I don’t know why but when you said “anyway when your cat takes a dump” I lost it. Just the way you said it was hilarious to me

Im so glad ive seen this idea 3 weeks in of owning kittens I need to try this THANKS!

love this❤ you really created a wonderful presentaion. You did the research, created and tested a sifting pan, searched for a more economical product and used valid points as a motivation for people to switch from clay litter. and FOR FREE. most people try to monetize and capitalize. This was made because you have a beautiful heart and that is where true wealth comes from. It's very plain to see how much you love your fur babies. I'm so glad you found each other. great job🎉😊

coming back to this video 2 years later to tell you this video changed my life. we have 5 cats in our house and 6 litter boxes. the money saved on switching to this method is truly amazing. thank you

My cats go outside. Wanted to share that I had a cat that would cover her poo then leave a little stick standing up like a flag pole on a hill. Every time, so I knew it couldn't be by accident. Nice video.

found this video randomly! i didnt know clay litter had this much impact, and we use so much of that stuff. thank you for this! trying this asap!

Wonderful information. ThanQ so much! Couldn't find plain pine wood pellets until I finally found Horse bedding pellets. $7.29 for 40 lbs. I had been using alfalfa pellets for the past 17 years but it tripled in price and besides, attracted bugs. Ugh! This video has been a Blessing!

More tips about being a cat parent please. Side note : I could listen to your voice all day.

My husband walked in while I was watching this: “I don’t know why, but I am watching a video on cat litter. The title was so compelling. Now I need to know what the right way is!!”

I'm gonna try this! Thanks for the video.

hey thank u.. u just saved me, i was so much tensed about all of this.. take love and stay blessed!!!

Just got recommended this after my wrestle with my cats broken litter box. Kinda freaky. Thanks fbi man

I would have led with the $20 a year on cat litter. Once I heard that I was sold 😅

This is so much better. The hassle of scooping clay made us clean it way less than we should have. Now with the sifter it's way easier to just do a quick tidy. The lack of sand everywhere alone is a massive improvement.

You are just a lovely lovely person! Bless you!

why did I just sit through a four and a half minute video about cat litter when I don’t even have a cat? but now I know not to use clay litter so 🤷🏻‍♀️

Clay litter is TRASHHHHH. The cat gods have slipped this video into everybody's recommended I see.

Thank you. Been a good year since i switched to feline pine ❤