Happy Monday:

• 🗑️ Common causes behind litter box problems

• 😸 Cat litter made from wood 

• 🐈‍⬛ Breed spotlight: Raas

• 🐈 Grumpy shelter cat finds a home

True or False?

A cat’s fur color can affect its personality.

(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)

When a cat suddenly stops using the litter box, it’s rarely random. One of the most common culprits is medical trouble, especially urinary discomfort or stress-driven inflammation. Cats often try to pee anywhere that feels safer or softer when the box becomes linked to pain.

Environment plays a huge role, too. In multi-cat homes, quiet access to resources matters, and a confident cat can easily block another from the box. Even in single-cat homes, small changes like new detergents, visitors, tension, or a box that’s too small can make the setup feel “wrong” to a sensitive feline.

Sometimes the litter itself is the issue. Strong scents, rough textures, shallow depth, or a box that isn’t cleaned often enough can send cats searching for a softer alternative, like laundry or rugs.

The simplest fix? Make the litter box feel safe again: multiple boxes, bigger spaces, low-dust litter, and a calm environment. A comfortable, cat-approved litter can be the difference between daily frustration and a happy, predictable routine.

Meet the new ökocat® Multi-Cat Natural Wood Clumping Litter—designed for homes with more paws, more personality, and more… potential for odor. Now you can keep everything fresh without harmful chemicals, artificial scents or dusty clay.

• öko+™ natural, odor-neutralizing technology binds and blocks odors. Doo doo too!

• 99% dust-free for cleaner air and easier breathing

• Superior clumping for faster, stress-free scooping

• Naturally lightweight, sustainable, and biodegradable

• Long-lasting performance helps you use less and save more

Give your cats the clean, natural litter they deserve—and reclaim a cleaner, fresher home.

ökocat Multi-Cat is especially appealing if you:

• Have two or more cats sharing litter boxes

• Are bothered by odor more than average

• Want to shift toward more natural / eco-friendly products

• Need a good clumping litter that’s easier to maintain

• Prefer low dust for your own or your cats’ health

Try the new ökocat® Multi-Cat Litter today! Now available to order on chewy and Amazon and soon at your local pet store. Learn More 

Thank you to Healthy Pet for sponsoring Daily Purr.

The Raas cat isn’t a breed most people in the U.S. will ever meet in person. Native to a small Indonesian island, these cats were only recently domesticated, which gives them a wonderfully wild spark, along with a few challenges. They’re big, athletic, and incredibly smart, and they bond deeply once they trust you.

Raas kittens start out shy and observant, but once they warm up, they’re affectionate and endlessly curious. They thrive on mental stimulation, so puzzle toys, climbing spaces, and daily play are must-haves. Without enough activity, a Raas cat will find its own entertainment… usually by dismantling whatever isn’t nailed down.

They’re also sensitive to strangers. Early socialization helps, but families with young kids may want a more laid-back breed. Grooming is simple thanks to their short coats, though their high energy means regular nail trims are a good idea.

Raas cats are rare, striking, and full of personality. Perfect for an experienced cat parent looking for a companion that’s as clever as they are beautiful.

Shelter life can turn even the friendliest cat into a bundle of nerves, and Chester Cheeto arrived with the spiciest little scowl. The orange kitten sat stiff and grumpy behind his kennel door until someone finally reached out with gentle affection. The moment he realized he was safe, everything in him softened.

A volunteer began visiting him daily, offering slow pets and patience. Chester leaned in, blinked softly, and let out a tiny purr that proved his tough exterior was only fear in disguise. With love, he quickly became a total sweetheart.

Like many shelter kittens, Chester was battling panleukopenia, a severe viral illness that often hits the youngest cats the hardest. Despite every effort, he passed away just days after finding comfort, but he did so feeling warm, cared for, and safe.

His short life is already shaping the next chapter. The same volunteer is now caring for another spicy kitten, determined to show her the same patience and tenderness.

Chester reminded everyone of a simple truth: even the spiciest cats bloom when someone finally sees them.

From unbelievable looks to record-size fluff, here’s what’s trending this week:

• 🐼 Cat that looks just like a panda has people questioning if he’s real

• 😸 This cat litter was specially designed for homes with multiple cats

• ⚖️ Meet Zeus, the nearly 28-pound cat everyone’s talking about

Litter box issues can disrupt the whole home. ökocat’s Multi-Cat litter supports better box habits with natural odor control, minimal dust, and a softer feel cats trust.

Get ökocat Multi-Cat on chewy and Amazon.

Daily Purr is brought to you with love from our cats. We hope they can brighten your day, just like they do ours. ❤️

Love,

Olive, Milo, and Yasmine.

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🧐 True or False: True-ish! Some studies suggest correlations, like orange cats being more social, but it’s likely due to genetics and environment.

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