Do you know everything about vegetable cat litter?
The topic of sustainability influences the lifestyle of each and every one of us. Did you know that even the choice of cat litter can help reduce waste and environmental impact?In addition to the traditional mineral bentonite litter, there are now dozens of vegetable cat litter products to choose from. Are they really a 100% ecological alternative?
Fake news and false beliefs risk polluting the debate and generating confusion among cat owners who care about the environment and the welfare of their animals.
What do you think you are doing, human?
To make an informed choice about your cat’s litter box, you need clear and verified information: start here.
Composition
Did you know that not all vegetable litter products are not the same in terms of sustainability?
- Vegetable-based litter products can be made of wood, recycled paper, maize, barley or tofu: remember to check the origin of the raw materials.
- Choose vegetable litter products made with ingredients from production waste and not from dedicated crops.
disposal
Did you know that properly disposing of vegetable litter is essential to protect the environment?
- In Italy, the disposal of vegetable litter may vary according to local regulations. Some councils prohibit vegetable-based cat litter from being disposed of in organic waste and instead recommend disposing of it in general waste: check the specific provisions of your local authority.
- Use the litter as compost to fertilise plants in your garden only if indicated in the product packaging.
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