Let’s face it: Your pets smell. Even if you don’t think they do, trust me, they do. If you have a cat, it can be especially hard to mask the scent of litter, even with scooping multiple times a day. As a cat owner myself, it was a struggle trying to get rid of litter box odors after I got her, but now I’m practically an expert on cat litter products, boxes and more.
So, if your house is starting to smell like a litter box, I’m here to help you get rid of any odors for a fresh, clean home. From tofu litter to deterrent spray to litter boxes, these nine products are perfect for any cat parent. I’ve even included some of my personal favorites that help, so much so that visitors don’t even realize that I have a cat because my house is odor-free. The best part? These items start at just $7!
9 Purrfect Products for Masking Cat Odors
Litter boxes cats will love
1. Potty Time: This stainless steel litter box one does a great job as minimizing odor. It’s also easy to clean, and the high wall design prevents litter and the not-so-nice stuff from spilling out.
2. Splurge-Worthy: For cat parents willing to splurge a bit, this PetSafe Self-Cleaning Litter Box will make life (and scooping) so much easier. The litter box does all of the work after your cat goes, so all you have to do is dispose of what’s in the tray at the end of the day.
3. Budget-Friendly: I used this Amazon Basics No-Mess Hooded Litter Box for about a year before switching over to stainless steel, and the snap-on door prevented smells and litter from spreading in my apartment. Made of a stain and odor-resistant polypropylene plastic material and featuring a carbon filter, it filters out bad smells, is easy to clean and your cat will love the privacy.
Deterrent and odor sprays
4. Bad Smells Begone: I use this Rocco & Roxie Litter Box Odor Eliminator to prevent my cat’s litter box from smelling like a, well, litter box. A little bit goes a long way, so just sprinkle it lightly to reduce odor.
5. Great for Multiple Cat Households: Highly rated by cat owners on Amazon, this Arm & Hammer Cat Litter Deodorizer comes in a pack of six, so it’s ideal for people with several cats, and it’ll last you a while. Infused with baking soda, it eliminates strong odors, and it’s safe to use in any kind of litter.
6. Scoop and Spray: Spritz this Fresh Step Cat Litter Box Odor directly on top of your cat’s litter to mask and eliminate odor quickly. It targets stinky smells without clumping, and the pet-safe formula won’t even bother your cat’s while they go.
Top litter for preventing smells
7. My Go-To: After trying every type of litter under the sun, I’ve finally found my favorite one. This PetKit Fast Clumping Tofu Litter is easy to scoop up, dust-free and has active ingredients including deodorant to prevent my cat’s litter box from smelling horrible. While I just put the scooped litter in a bag and throw it away, you can also flush it down the toilet.
8. Environmentally-Friendly: For an eco-conscious option, go with this Naturally Fresh Walnut Shell Cat Litter, which has moisture-activated probiotics that tackle and neutralize odor. Made from natural walnut shells, it prevents odors caused by bad bacteria to spread.
9. Popular Option: Lots of cat owners like to use clay litter, and this Purina Tidy Cats LightWeight Litter is dust-free and has a lightweight core and ammonia blocker for absorbing strong odors.
