Litter & grooming on Escolha Miau

Best cat litter for odor control: unscented clay, corn or charcoal?

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

You scoop the box, and a few hours later the smell is back? Before you blame the litter, an honest warning: no cat litter controls odor on its own. The best cat litter for odor control is the one your cat uses happily, in a box that’s scooped often and filled to the right depth. Perfume usually works against you.

Cat brush for shedding: what to use for short and long hair (and how often)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

Fur on the couch, on your black clothes and, now and then, a hairball on the rug. Brushing your cat regularly helps a lot, but the right tool depends on the coat type, and how you brush matters as much as the brush.

Cat litter mat: how to choose the right size and type (and what a mat won't fix)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

Litter in the hallway, granules stuck to your feet, that crunch on the laundry-room floor. The box can be great and the litter too, but some granules leave stuck to your cat’s paws. That’s where a cat litter mat comes in — a cheap accessory that usually solves a good part of the problem.

Cat nail clippers: does your cat need trims? When, how and which clippers

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

Many people buy cat nail clippers along with their first scratching post, assuming trims are part of the routine. For most cats, they aren’t. But there are times when trimming is needed, especially in older cats, and then the tool and the technique matter a lot.

Cat toothbrush and toothpaste: how to brush your cat's teeth (and which kit)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

Bad breath in a cat isn’t “just age.” Dental disease is very common in cats: International Cat Care estimates that up to 85% of cats aged 3 and over have some form of it. The good news is that you can do a lot at home, and the main tool is simple and cheap: a cat toothbrush and toothpaste.

Litter box for large cats: how big it should be

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

Maine Coons, Ragdolls, Norwegian Forest Cats and other big cats often end up in boxes that are simply too small. A cat that can’t turn around may perch on the edge, go over the side, or start avoiding the box altogether. Here’s how to size a litter box for a large cat and two extra-large options.

Litter box for small apartments: what works in tight spaces

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

In a studio or small apartment, the litter box is hard to hide — and tempting to shrink. But a box that’s too small, or tucked somewhere your cat dislikes, is one of the most common reasons cats stop using it. The good news: you can save space around the box without shortchanging your cat.

Self-cleaning litter box: is it worth it?

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 -0300

A self-cleaning litter box promises to end daily scooping. It can be a real help for busy households, but it isn’t magic, it costs far more than a regular box, and not every cat accepts one. Here’s what to weigh before you buy.