Maren Holt
Maren Holt is the pen name on our cat and litter guides. The method: compare litter types, box setups, labels and cat owner reports.
About Maren Holt
Cat and litter guides
Maren Holt is the pen name on our cat guides: litter box smell, litter tracking, choosing a litter and scratching. The work is research, not hands-on testing.
Litter material and the clumping claims on the bag come first, then the maker's directions. Cat owner reports show the patterns a label won't, like which litters track the most.
A cat that stops using the box goes to a vet first, since that can be a health sign. See the About page for how we choose products.
2 guides by Maren Holt
Newest first.
- Cat Scratching Behavior Guide: Why Cats Scratch and How to Redirect It
Understand why cats scratch and learn how to protect your furniture while meeting your cat's natural needs.
- Complete Guide to Cat Litter: Choosing, Using, and Maintaining
Everything you need to know about cat litter—from choosing the right type to proper maintenance for a happy cat and odor-free home.
Every pick, sorted by problem
Open a problem and see each product we recommend for it, with who it suits and its catch.