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Our Floors Are Finally Clean! Switching to a Low-Tracking Cat Litter

By Kristen Levine, cat care expert

The Litter Footprint in Our Home

I used to find cat litter everywhere — in bed, on the sofa, stuck between my toes when I got up for a midnight glass of water, and somehow even in my kitchen drawers! If you have dark hardwood or tile floors like I do, you know the struggle is real. Every single grain of light-colored clay litter shows up like tiny beacons of mess.

Having worked with adoptable cats at the SPCA of Tampa Bay for 15 years and lived with two to three cats of our own at any given time, I thought this was just part of the deal. Daily sweeping, weekly mopping, and the occasional archaeological dig to remove litter from unexpected places seemed like the price of cat parenthood. Eventually, I discovered low-tracking litters, specifically World’s Best Cat Litter®, and everything changed.

This isn’t just another product review — it’s the story of how switching to a corn-based, low-tracking formula transformed our daily cleaning routine. If you’re tired of living in a house where litter seems to multiply and migrate on its own, this experience might resonate with you.

Our Choice – Corn Formula

We chose World’s Best Cat Litter® because it checked multiple boxes: naturally low-tracking corn granules, dust-free performance, excellent odor control, and flushable convenience.* Specifically, we went with the Multi Cat Unscented formula since we had multiple cats. As someone who has worked extensively with animal shelters, I also appreciated that the brand supports shelters through their Give Litter program.

*Flushable in well-maintained systems, 1-2 clumps at a time. California discourages flushing cat waste.

The Switch: Clay vs. Corn Comparison

Making the transition to natural litter provided the perfect opportunity to observe the differences. If you’re considering a similar switch, I’d recommend doing your own side-by-side comparison during the transition period.

Mess and Tracking Test

Here’s a simple test: use your old clay litter in one box and World’s Best Cat Litter® in another for a day, then compare the tracking around each box.

What I noticed immediately after our switch was dramatic. Our old clay litter had always left scattered granules in a three-foot radius around the box, dusty paw prints on our dark bathroom tiles, and inevitable trails to the cats’ favorite spots. With the corn-based litter, tracking was minimal—just a few granules immediately outside the box that were easily contained by our litter mat.

Dust Clouds Be Gone

One of the most immediate improvements was the dust factor. Pouring traditional clay litter had always created a dust cloud that left film on nearby surfaces. World’s Best Cat Litter® pours clean with virtually no airborne particles.

This dust reduction benefits more than just cleanliness. Research shows that dusty litters can irritate both human and feline respiratory systems, and the fine particles that create dust are often the same ones that stick to cat paws.

Odor Control and Clumping

One concern I had about switching to lighter-weight litter was whether it would control odors as well as heavy clay. The results were impressive. The natural corn fibers trap odors more effectively than our previous clay litter, without artificial fragrances that can irritate sensitive cats.

The clumping action is different but equally effective. Instead of concrete-hard clumps that sometimes crumble, the corn-based formula forms tight, cohesive clumps that lift cleanly from the box. This superior clumping means fewer particles available to stick to cat paws.

How World’s Best Cat Litter® Stacks Up

I researched other low-tracking alternatives before settling on World’s Best Cat Litter. Pellet litters offered tracking control but fell short on odor management. Crystal litters tracked minimally but weren’t biodegradable and could be harsh on sensitive paws. Pine litters worked well for tracking but had strong natural scents that not all cats appreciated.

World’s Best Cat Litter® offered the best balance: effective tracking control, superior odor management, natural comfort, and environmental sustainability.

Formula Options

All World’s Best Cat Litter® formulas are naturally low-tracking due to their corn-based composition and larger granules compared to clay litters. However, for multi-cat households or homes with darker flooring, they offer a specialized Low Tracking & Dust Control formula that provides even superior tracking control.

For households needing maximum odor control alongside tracking benefits, their Multiple Cat Lotus Blossom formula delivers enhanced scent management—even in a multi-cat household, the difference in both tracking and odor control was noticeable.

Cost & Value

While corn-based litters cost more upfront than basic clay options, the value equation changes when you factor in performance. As I detailed in my comprehensive cost comparison, World’s Best Cat Litter® lasts significantly longer, often reducing monthly expenses despite higher per-bag costs. Add in time saved on daily floor cleaning, and the investment pays dividends.

Life After the Switch

After switching to World’s Best Cat Litter® over a decade ago, the benefits have proven lasting and significant.

Housecleaning Simplified

Our daily cleaning routine has been transformed. Instead of “swiffering” around the litter box area every morning and finding random granules throughout the day, I now do a quick sweep every few days. The combination of a quality litter mat and low-tracking litter has virtually eliminated the litter migration problem.

No more gritty feeling under bare feet, no more vacuuming litter out of area rugs, and no more explaining to guests why there are random granules on the coffee table.

Cat-Approved

Our cats adapted immediately. They dig, cover, and use their boxes normally, but I’ve noticed they’re not sneezing or shaking their paws after digging sessions like they sometimes did with dusty clay litter. The softer corn-based texture seems more comfortable on their paw pads, and the absence of artificial fragrances appears appreciated by their sensitive noses.

Minor Adjustments

The corn-based clumps are slightly softer than rock-hard clay clumps, so I learned to scoop with a gentler touch. We also experimented with litter depth since corn-based litter is lighter and can be dispersed more easily during enthusiastic digging sessions. These were minor learning curves far outweighed by the benefits.

A Clean Win

Making the switch to low-tracking litter has been one of those simple changes that delivered outsized benefits. Our floors stay cleaner with minimal effort, our home smells fresher, and our cats seem more comfortable.

If you’re tired of living with litter trails throughout your house, especially if you have dark flooring that shows every grain, I can’t recommend trying a low-tracking formula highly enough. World’s Best Cat Litter’s corn-based approach solved our tracking problem while delivering superior performance in odor control and clumping action.

The combination of cleaner floors, better air quality, and happier cats makes this a change we’ll never reverse. Our floors—and feet—have never been cleaner, and we’re never looking back to those dusty clay days.

Ready to try it for yourself? World’s Best Cat Litter® offers a money back guarantee, so you can experience the low-tracking difference with confidence.

Have you made the switch to a low-tracking litter? Share your before-and-after stories—I’d love to hear how it’s improved your daily routine!

For more litter tips and cat care advice, explore our Clearing the Air blog for expert guidance on creating the cleanest, happiest home for you and your feline family.