is it ok to dump cat litter outside

Can I dump my cat litter on the ground?

Tidy Cat offers multiple litter choices, including a biodegradable line of products made from ecologically friendly materials. Whatever your litter’s contents, your community may forbid you from dumping it on the ground, preferring that you consider other options.

Is cat litter bad for the environment?

If not properly disposed of, cat waste has the potential to be hazardous to you and the environment. 1 Being a green pet owner isn’t always easy, but it’s important to be aware of every option before you purchase cat litter in order to make the most sustainable decision.

Is it OK to flush cat litter down the toilet?

Never dump cat litter or feces on the ground or flush it down the toilet. Cat feces can harbor toxopalsma gondii, a parasite that sewage treatment can’t kill. Feces carrying these dangerous organisms can wash into storm water systems that feed natural waterways, ultimately finding their way into oceans.

What can I do with my old cat litter box?

Most cat litter boxes are made from plastic, which is a fossil fuel byproduct that Treehugger highly discourages purchasing brand new. Consider upcycling a plastic tub that would otherwise get tossed in the trash, or pick one up at your local thrift store.

How do I dispose of cat litter outside?

Place in an outside trash can with a tight fitting lid. Be sure to use a heavier duty garbage bag because, again, litter, especially clay litter, is dense and can quickly get heavy. Do not scoop cat litter into a trash can and then let it sit there.

Can you put cat litter outside?

Place outdoor litter boxes in out-of-the-way areas with little human traffic. Keep it away from the cat's food and water. Be sure to place the outdoor litter box away from areas where cats eat or drink. This includes any water features in your yard, such as a pond or fountain.

Where can I dispose of cat poo?

The Best Way to Dispose of Cat Poop You won't hear us say this often, but when it comes to discarding pet waste, we recommend sending it to the landfill. To dispose of your pet's waste, scoop out all waste clumps, double bag them, and place them in a trash can outside.

How to get rid of cat litter smell?

The most basic of methods to cut back a bit on the odor and mess associated with cat litter disposal is to scoop waste into a small plastic bag and tie the bag before you place it into your trash can.

Where to dispose of cat litter?

Click to see full answer. Correspondingly, where can I dispose of cat litter? Place in an outside trash can with a tight fitting lid.

Toxoplasmosis Is Always A Risk When Dumping Litter Outside

Besides the legal aspects of dumping cat litter, there’s a major environmental risk in the form of toxoplasmosis which can be shed in a cat’s stool and by extension the litter too. Toxoplasmosis is a single-celled parasite that can infect humans, cats, and almost every other warm-blooded critter on the planet.

Dumping Cat Litter On Your Own Property Could Also Be Illegal

I’m sure most folks aren’t surprised that you can’t just go to someone else’s property and start dumping cat litter. But you may be surprised to learn that in many jurisdictions it’s illegal to dump animal waste of any kind, including litter, on your own property.

Can I Just Dump Cat Litter In The Woods?

Dumping cat litter in the woods or another secluded area is illegal in most areas and the risk of spreading toxoplasmosis still exists in even the most secluded and wooded areas. Toxoplasmosis can survive in the environment for more than a year, and travel as part of the water supply exposing wildlife along the way.

Closing Thoughts

Dumping cat litter outside might seem like the perfect way to get rid of cat litter…at least at first.