Choosing a litter box will depend on the size and ability of your kitten. You may think it’s cost-effective to pick up a litter box that is large enough to suit them when they are full-grown, but it may simply be too big or tall for your baby cat to get in and out of. 

It’s best to start with a shallower open litter box until your kitten is big enough to use a larger or hooded box, like the Catit Jumbo Hooded Litter Box. 

Choosing a good litter involves considering how the litter affects your kitten and how it affects you. A great starter litter kittens that are still learning good litter habits is Dr. Elsey’s Kitten Attract Litter. The natural scent-based attractant in this litter helps to encourage your kitten to use the litter box. 

Gravel litters are often very dusty and some pet owners are concerned about the harm caused by a cat breathing in that dust. 

For a more natural option, you can try a non-gravel-based litter.  Some are very similar in texture to gravel, while others are meant to be super absorbent.  Here are a few of our faves:

Litter accessories aren’t required but can make litter maintenance much easier.  Litter scoops, mats, and filters can help reduce the mess and smell of your kitten’s litter box area.

The Litter Locker Disposal System is one of our favorite accessories.  The large bags can last up to 2 months and save you daily trips to the garbage. They lock in odors too, so you don’t have to hold your breath when you walk by the litter box.