Paper Cat Litter – Not Worth Its Weight - Trouble And Trix

03, Mar. 2026

 

Paper Cat Litter – Not Worth Its Weight - Trouble And Trix

Multiple indoor cats can often = mountains of litter.

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In my quest to find an affordable, sustainable and effective cat litter, I have purchased many different types over the years for my two pets and our foster cats.

One of the shelters I fostered with provided bags of paper litter, which was simply shredded paper. When I soon realised that this ‘litter’ wasn’t a good option, I bought an actual paper litter which consisted of pellets. I was curious to see how successful this type of litter would be.

Why Shredded Paper Litter is Used

Paper cat litter certainly ticked the box for being sustainable; being made from recycled paper, it makes use of existing resources and is biodegradable.
Admittedly it is low dust, which means it doesn’t aggravate those of us with allergies and reduces mess. It's obviously not scented, which again can make it a good option for people who are sensitive to fragrances – obviously we’re not the ones using the litter, but the perfume can linger throughout the home.

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It is also very lightweight which makes it easy to transport and lift. This might seem like a strange consideration, but once you’ve had aching biceps from lugging a bag of heavy litter, you’ll want to opt for a lighter option. Keep in mind though, that there's various types of lightweight litters available now.

My Challenges with Shredded Paper Litter

The biggest issue I found with paper cat litter was that it wasn’t as absorbent as other litter types. Not even the most ardent feline fan enjoys the smell of cat pee, and I found myself having to clean the tray as soon as it was used so that the house wouldn’t get the ‘Eau de Cat’ aroma. This wasn’t always possible, so coming back home resulted in the oil burner being plugged in and the windows opened!

As I had to change the litter more frequently, this meant having to buy more to replace it, which became costly. One of my cats wasn’t a fan of the paper litter and unfortunately started to refuse to use the tray which contained it.

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ERIC MONTANA

August 26,   |  7:k AM Hello Author,

Eric Montana here from Obsession with Options! Let me start by saying that stumbling upon your blog post titled "Pick of the Litter: Sustainable Pet Care Options" was a tail-waggingly fantastic moment in my pursuit of all things sustainable and pet-centric.

Your comprehensive breakdown of eco-friendly choices for pet care is like a treasure trove for environmentally conscious pet parents like me. It's evident that you've dug deep into the realm of sustainable pet products, and your findings are truly enlightening.

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Warm regards,
Eric Montana
[Obsession with Options]
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jodi d bock

January 30,   |  2:k PM I and my cat prefer Pretty Litter. It's a bit pricey but very absorbant, easy to clean and dust free.

Pat Rinderle

September 2,   |  12:k PM Another con on the corn litter. If not stored properly, it can draw mice!

Amaya Walker

June 28,   |  9:k AM You didn't mention silica crystals?

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March 3,   |  1:k PM Let me tell you, my wife is going to be pleased that I read this article! We've been trying to figure out this cat thing since we got our first cat (well, we've had cats in our families before, but he's OUR first cat). We're more dog people, but we love him. Knowing which kind of litter works best for what is huge for us, thank you so much!