Cat litter "Barsik"

The litter box in the life of any cat is not only the need to fulfill their natural needs, but also a kind of ritual. Therefore, breeders should be as responsible as possible in the selection of filler for the pet's bathroom. It is important that the four-legged friend gets accustomed to one place and at the same time does not feel the slightest discomfort.

Pet shops offer high-quality filler for trays at affordable prices under the Barsik brand. Favorable price-quality ratio made the product one of the most demanded on the market and allowed cat owners to achieve significant savings on the purchase of hygiene products. Like any other similar product, "Barsik" allows you to prevent the occurrence of unpleasant odors, reduces the discomfort of a cat when handling their needs, and also makes cleaning in the tray quick and convenient.

The main advantage of Barsik products is that the manufacturer offers a wide range of fillers. They may differ in structure and appearance. But all products are made from natural components: it can be wood chips, sunflower meal, extruded fibers of cereal plants, or combined varieties of clay.

The filler does not contain harmful chemical additives. It is biodegradable and therefore environmentally friendly. During the production process, the granules undergo sanitary and heat treatment. Therefore, even if the cat decides to try the filler "by the tooth", it will not cause any damage to the pet's health. The aroma is vegetable, unobtrusive, it does not scare away the animal.

Fillers "Barsik" absorb water well, effectively protect against odor and have light bactericidal properties. The components do not cause allergies and do not stick to the paws. The producers tried to reproduce the soil structure familiar to animals in their natural environment.

The manufacturer "Barsika" offers absorbent and clumping compounds. The main advantage of the first solution is that it quickly absorbs water and instantly neutralizes all pungent odors. Clumping components, upon contact with moisture, form a lump that can be easily removed with a scoop.

Soaking is a good solution for lazy owners who don't want to deal with cleaning the litter box every day. But the clumping ones retain their freshness, and in addition, they are consumed for a long time. They are preferable for animals with long hair, since they do not remain in the fur and, accordingly, do not spread throughout the house.

The clumping product of the Barsik brand is represented by only one variation. At the heart of the substance are obtained from bentonite clay and passed several stages of thermal and sanitization. It is an environmentally friendly and economical product that does not need to be replaced frequently.

Granules are distinguished by pronounced bactericidal characteristics. They do not stick to wool, do not linger on the paws, and do not provoke allergies. The owners are only required to remove the lumps daily and add the filler to the optimal level. However, this is not a cheap option - the cost of a package in pet stores starts at 450 rubles.

Absorbent granular filler is obtained by pressing opoka-like clay.

"Standard" - one of the cheapest products, the package costs about 150 rubles. However, the contents of the toilet will have to be renewed every 3-4 days; it cannot be called absolutely economical.

With silica gel - is a mineral product made from opoka-like clay with the introduction of special silica gel granules, the concentration of which reaches 20%. This structure allows you to quickly absorb moisture and "lock" strong odors. A typical package costs about 200 rubles. This filler is more economical than "Standard", since the granules need to be replaced once every 8-10 days.

With antibacterial effect - made of wood, provides antimicrobial protection for paws and other parts of the pet's body. At the same time, the price is kept at the level of the simplest wood filler, the packaging costs about 129 rubles.

"Alpine freshness" - antimicrobial composition based on zeolite with the introduction of natural flavors. Presented in granular form, it undergoes special sanitization from pathogenic microflora. The standard package costs about 150 rubles. It requires updating at least once a week.

"Double effect" - just like all the others, it is made on the basis of opoka-like clay. During the production process, it undergoes double processing, therefore it absorbs moisture in a larger volume and faster. You can buy it for 150 rubles. Cleaning is required once every 9-10 days.

A separate group is made up of fillers based on plant raw materials. They are completely environmentally friendly and inexpensive. But at the same time, they require cleaning at least twice a week.

Woody - made from coniferous wood chips. A package of such a filler costs about 120–140 rubles. The tray should be washed at least every three days.

Corn - includes compressed granules. It is more expensive than wood - a package can be bought for 350 rubles. In this case, the contents of the tray should also be changed twice a week.

Straw and linen - are made from straw or flax straw. They cost within 150 rubles, but unlike everyone else, they do not spread the smell around the apartment and require cleaning only once a week.

All the listed products of the Barsik assortment line are intended for adult animals. For kittens, the manufacturer has released a special antibacterial filler. Its structure is designed taking into account the age characteristics of the pet organism. Made of clay that has undergone a special hygienic treatment. Possesses high adsorbing characteristics: quickly absorbs liquid and does not leave unpleasant odors. In order not to injure a young animal, the granules are specially crushed. A package costs about 100–150 rubles.

There are several basic rules for the use of fillers for cat litters "Barsik".

Pour the filler into the tray in an even layer 5–6 cm high.

Dispose of any solid waste promptly as soon as it appears.

Depending on the composition of the filler, it needs to be replaced every 3-10 days. If all the granules have changed their color before the expiration of this time, the tray should be cleaned.

The Barsik product line is based on biodegradable substances. When wet, the granules swell and exfoliate, so they can be flushed down the toilet without fear of clogging the drain. Owners of private houses and summer cottages can dispose of the contents of the litter box as filling in the compost heap. The only exception is filler with silica gel granules.

However, this does not apply to zeolite granules - they must not be flushed down the drain. The swollen mixture acquires a viscous consistency and can create a difficult-to-remove blockage in the pipes.

Users of Barsik products highlight several main advantages:

• availability - the product is presented in any pet and chain stores;
• affordable price;
• variety of species;
• 100% natural composition.

However, experienced cat breeders also highlight some disadvantages. Among them, the overestimated "work" time. As practice shows, unpleasant odors begin to appear on the third day.

High consumption and low absorbency of the product are also noted.

If we are talking about a woody substrate, then it sticks to wool and paws, so the animal carries it around the house. Some flavored Barsik species have too weak or, conversely, too strong a smell that can scare off a pet.

Clumping fillers are more convenient due to their ability to form lumps. All that is required of the owner is only to remove the accumulated lumps with a small shovel.

Among the advantages of such fillers are:

• high absorbency;
• ease of use;
• environmental friendliness;
• affordable price.

In comparison with absorbent fillers, this composition does not need to be replaced regularly, therefore it can be classified as an economical product. A complete replacement of the litter box is made only during the general cleaning of the cat litter once every 2 weeks.

However, along with the advantages, this type of filler has its drawbacks. For example, some animal owners believe that the granules, rather, mask the smell, rather than eliminate it. In addition, such a filler is not suitable for homes where several animals live - it simply is not able to absorb such an impressive amount of liquid. As a result, the product will not completely turn into lumps, it will begin to stick to the paws and hair of the animal.

Important! Clumping litter should not be purchased for kittens. Kids are inquisitive by nature, so they often try to taste the granules - the components of the filler will begin to swell in the stomach.