Cat urine has a strong, unpleasant odor due to the behavior and physiology of cats.
Since cats in the wild drink little water, as do domestic animals, this makes their urine highly concentrated. In addition, unspayed and uncastrated cats also have a lot of hormones in their urine, which enhance the smell.
Such a strong smell serves cats to mark their territory and scare away strangers, but the unpleasant smell coming from the tray makes the owners and household members suffer.
In this article, we will discuss several ways to deal with cat litter odor.
Castration and sterilization
Although it is not possible to completely get rid of the smell after castration or sterilization, its intensity will be significantly reduced. Important: if the urine has become completely transparent and odorless, this is a reason to contact a veterinarian, as it may be a problem with the kidneys and the removal of harmful substances.
Improvised means
To eliminate the smell coming from the tray, try wiping it with a strong solution of potassium permanganate, diluted vinegar or citric acid. But do not use these products on upholstered furniture and floor coverings.
Special means from the store
In a pet store you can find a lot of products, as they say, for every taste, the purpose of which is to remove stains and eliminate the unpleasant smell of urine.
Frequent cleaning
If you change the filler every time your pet uses the tray, and also wash the cat toilet using cleaning products, the smell will be imperceptible.
The right filler
To maintain freshness in the tray, it is recommended to use a suitable filler, such as silica gel. It is also possible to mix different types of fillers to improve the absorbent properties.
But sawdust, sand or paper torn into pieces, although cheaper, can lead to the formation of an unpleasant odor.
Earlier we talked about how to wean cats from shitting in the entryway.
