Expert Reviews & Guides for Canadian Cat Parents
CatGearCanada Team 
If you’re still hauling 18 kg bags of clay litter up three flights of stairs only to watch 90% of it sit in a landfill for the next 200 years, you’re not alone—but you’re also missing out on something better. Natural biodegradable cat litter has evolved dramatically over the past few years, and what was … Read more
Walking into your home shouldn’t feel like stepping into a cloud of fine particles. If you’ve noticed yourself sneezing every time you scoop the litter box, or your cat developing a persistent cough, the culprit might be lurking in something you use daily—traditional clay cat litter. Dust-free cat litter has become more than just a … Read more
Finding the right clumping cat litter isn’t just about convenience—it’s about creating a healthier environment for both you and your feline companion. If you’ve been dealing with dusty floors, lingering odours that survive even the harshest Canadian winter when windows stay closed for months, or litter that breaks apart when you’re trying to scoop, you’re … Read more
Let’s be honest—dealing with cat litter is nobody’s favourite part of pet ownership. But here’s what most Canadian cat parents overlook: the refill you choose for your disposal system dramatically affects how often you’re hauling bags outside in -20°C weather, how much you’re spending monthly, and whether your home still smells fresh when guests arrive … Read more
Walking into your home shouldn’t feel like an apology to guests. If you’ve ever caught yourself making excuses about “the cat box” or strategically placing air fresheners near doorways, you’re not alone—nearly 50% of Canadian cat owners struggle with litter box odour issues. The good news? You can eliminate litter box odor completely without spending … Read more
If you’ve ever stepped barefoot on rogue cat litter granules at 2 AM, you know the frustration firsthand. Those tiny clay particles travel everywhere—across your beautiful hardwood floors, into carpets, even upstairs bedrooms where your cat has never ventured. The culprit isn’t your cat’s enthusiasm for digging; it’s physics. When cats exit their litter box, … Read more
Every Canadian cat parent knows the struggle — you walk into your living room after a long winter day, and there it is: that smell. The question isn’t whether your cat used the litter box (they definitely did), but whether your choice of covered vs open litter box odor management is actually working. Here’s what … Read more
If you’ve ever stepped barefoot into a pile of scattered litter at 3 AM, or watched in dismay as your cat sprays urine over the edge of their box and onto your hardwood floor, you’re not alone. About 10-20% of Canadian cat owners deal with litter box issues, and messy elimination habits rank among the … Read more
Managing a multi-cat household in Canada comes with unique challenges, and one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing an extra large litter box multiple cats can share comfortably. What many Canadian cat owners don’t realize is that the standard 18×14 inch litter box sold at most pet stores simply doesn’t cut it … Read more
If you’ve ever stepped barefoot onto scattered litter on your hardwood floor at 6 AM on a January morning, you know exactly why the top-entry vs side-entry litter box debate matters. Canadian cat owners face unique challenges: tracked litter mixing with melted snow from boots, extended indoor seasons during our harsh winters, and cats who … Read more