WERUVA Classic Fresh Scented Clumping Wood Cat Litter Review

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Are you tired of clay cat litter? Maybe you want a litter that is less dusty to protect yours and your cat’s lungs, or you want something that’s better for the environment.

With so many sustainable cat litters out there, it can be difficult to know which to choose. Weruva cat litter shines in several areas, including odor control, lack of dust, and a pleasant yet not overpowering scent. However, it also has its drawbacks.

I put this litter to the test in my multi-cat home to see how cats really feel about it. I also took notes on my own experience as a cat parent, and whether it made the chore of scooping the litter box easier or more difficult.

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I’m a lifelong cat owner who’s tried dozens of litter brands throughout the years, and reviewed several here at Cats.com. With seven senior cats, I’d hate to add up all of the hours I’ve spent scooping litter boxes, but it’s taught me what to look for in a great cat litter: ease of use, odor control, and price-effectiveness.

I tested the Weruva cat litter for a month in my multi-cat home, taking notes on my experience using the litter, what my cats thought, and the amount of tracking and dust around the litter box.

Weruva Brand Overview

Weruva is a family-owned business that was founded in 2006. The founders named the company after their own cats–Webster, Rudi, and Vanessa–using the first two letters from each of their names.

The brand is best known for its pet food, with several product lines for cats including Weruva Cat, Soulistic, and BFF (Best Feline Friend). Their goal is to make carnivore-focused foods with few carbohydrates, and to be transparent with pet parents about their animals’ nutrition.

Weruva also offers a small selection of cat accessories, including a few toys, a litter box, and Weruva cat litter.

Weruva Classic Fresh Scented Clumping Cat Litter Features

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Weruva cat litter is long-lasting, odor-reducing, and fresh-scented. While many wood pellet litters are non-clumping, Weruva forms clumps that, given enough time, are easy to scoop.

This natural cat litter is made from hinoki wood and green tea, which both work to reduce bacteria and odors in the litter box. The wood is sourced as a byproduct from other industries.

While the litter does have a natural fragrance, it doesn’t contain perfumes and isn’t overpowering. The pellets are thin and short, less than half an inch long. This makes them more comfortable for cats’ feet than larger pellets, but some cats may prefer the kind of small, round granules found in traditional clay litters.

However, the biggest drawback to this litter is that it’s expensive, even compared to other sustainable choices on the market.

You may also dislike that it can’t be used in an automatic litter box due to its pelleted shape. It would likely cause both litter waste, as the litter wouldn’t sift correctly, and blockages in the sifter due to the large granules.

What We Like

• Scent is fresh and natural, not overpowering
• Contains odors extremely well
• Made with sustainable ingredients
• One bag can last for up to 30 days, depending on the number of cats in the home

What We Didn’t Like

• Time-consuming to scoop with your average litter sifter–we recommend buying one with large slats!
• Expensive compared to other natural litters

What Did Our Test Cats Think?

Katelynn Sobus / Cats.com

Katelynn Sobus / Cats.com

My cats took to this litter quickly for urine and used it regularly. I kept it out alongside other litters I was testing and our usual clay litter, so they had plenty of choice, including litters with smaller granules. Every cat is different, but mine tend to stay clear of pooping in pelleted litters. This isn’t something unique to Weruva!

I found the litter easy to scoop when I was going after noticeable clumps, but sifting through the box for buried waste was more difficult because it sifts very slowly. I recommend using a scoop with large slats so that it doesn’t take you minutes to scoop each litter box. Ordering from Amazon will get you a free scoop, though I can’t speak to its quality since I ordered the litter by itself from Chewy.

Another issue I had during scooping is that the clumps sometimes break apart, leaving small pieces behind that are too small to be sifted out. This only happened to me once, when I tried to scoop shortly after my cat had used the box.

It seems that, while the clumps do form quickly, they can be kind of mushy and break apart if not given enough time before scooping. Since the litter absorbs odors well, I don’t mind waiting it out–but if you like to scoop right away, this might be a drawback for you.

I never noticed an odor coming from the box, and while scooping I only smelt the fresh scent of the litter itself. While some dust built up on the sides of the box, there was no noticeable dust in the air while pouring or scooping. When emptying the bag, I noticed a small pile of dust at the bottom.

Overall, I can see why this litter has won over so many cat parents. It’s lightweight, sustainably-made, and has minimal dust. While it does track, it’s not as bad as the clay litters I’ve tried. Its main drawback is the price.

What Do Customers Think of Weruva Cat Litter?

Positive Reviews

“Love this all natural cat litter. The little pellets are much easier to clean up & don’t get tracked out of the box like finer granules type litter. Highly recommend!” – Nanette on Chewy

“I like that it’s amazingly lightweight, it’s very easy to lift when filling the litter box, the smaller bag fits in a cupboard, our cat transitioned easily and it works very well to control the odor.” – James on Amazon

Most reviewers appreciate that the litter is lightweight, contains odors well, and isn’t too dusty. Some people like that it tracks less than their old litter, and there are mixed reviews on whether or not it clumps well.

Negative Reviews

“I’m really disappointed in how much this litter tracks. The litter itself is easy to scoop and I haven’t noticed any odor but the matt outside of the litter box is a mess, as is my hallway and the steps to my first floor.” – Diamondjay on Amazon

“I really was hoping this litter would work out well, but after testing this litter against 3 others it just didn’t hit the mark. The pellets turn into mush and become like glue.” – PepsAndReo on Chewy

Customer’s main complaints are poor clumping, with the litter not handling large amounts of liquid well and clumps breaking apart as they scoop. Others dislike how much the litter tracks and find it difficult to sift.