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Plant-Based Cat Litter Types: Tofu vs Corn vs Wheat vs Wood
"Plant-based" covers a wide range of cat litters. Tofu, pea fibre, corn, wheat, wood, paper and grass litters are all made from plant material, but they behave quite differently in the tray. Here's how the main types compare, and what to check before you choose one. What counts as plant-based cat litter? Plant-based litters are made mainly from plant materials or by-products, rather than mined clay or silica. The base material affects how the litter clumps, how much it weighs, how it handles odour and moisture, and how you can... Read more...
Kitten Season in Australia: Your First Litter Setup Guide
Spring in Australia is the start of kitten season. Cats tend to start breeding as the days lengthen, and shelters and rescue groups typically see kitten numbers climb from around October and through the warmer months. If you're bringing a kitten home this season, the litter tray is one of the first things to get right. Here's a simple, practical setup, and how to help your kitten learn to use it. When is kitten season in Australia? Cats often start breeding from around August in the southern hemisphere and continue... Read more...
How We Test Our Cat Litter in Our Penrith Factory Lab
What our Penrith factory lab tests, how each test works, what we measure results against, and what happens when a result doesn't meet our standard. Read more...
Why Does My Cat's Litter Box Smell So Bad? (And How to Fix It)
Litter box odour usually has more than one cause. Here's what drives the smell, practical ways to reduce it, and when a change means a vet visit. Read more...
How to Switch Cat Litter Without Upsetting Your Cat
Switching litter too quickly can cause some cats to avoid the tray. Here's a practical, gradual way to change litter, and when to call the vet. Read more...
What to Look for in Litter for Automatic Litter Boxes
Automatic litter boxes vary by model, and so does the litter they need. Here's what to check, starting with your machine maker's own guidance. Read more...
Made in Australia: What It Means for Our Oat 10L Cat Litter
Made in Australia: What It Means for Our Oat 10L Cat Litter
Not every "Australian made" claim is verified. Here's what genuine certification checks — and which of our own products is made here. Read more...
Clumping Cat Litter Compared: Tofu vs Clay vs Crystal
Clumping Cat Litter Compared: Tofu vs Clay vs Crystal
Which clumping cat litter is actually best — tofu, clay or crystal? Compare odour control, dust, clumping strength, cost and eco-impact side by side. Read more...
Is Tofu Cat Litter Safe? What Lab Testing Actually Checks
Is Tofu Cat Litter Safe? What Lab Testing Actually Checks
Is tofu cat litter safe for cats and kittens? Learn what to check in ingredients, dust, absorption, pH, clumping and odour control. Read more...
The Best Cat Litter in Australia (2026): A Buyer's Guide
The Best Cat Litter in Australia (2026): A Buyer's Guide
Choosing the best cat litter in Australia depends on your cat, your household and your budget. Here's how to compare types and pick the right one. Read more...
Why Do Cats Bury Their Poop — But Tigers Don’t?
Why Do Cats Bury Their Poop — But Tigers Don’t?
If you live with a cat, you’ve probably noticed how carefully they cover their business in the litter tray. But have you ever wondered why they do it — and... Read more...
The Dangers of Different Cat Litters
The Dangers of Different Cat Litters
With so many cat litter options available today — clay, crystal, paper, wood and plant-based — choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. Cats are known for being selective, and... Read more...