Dr. Elsey's R&R Stress-Reducing Clumping Clay Cat Litter, 40-lb bag

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  • Clumping
  • Odor Control
  • Unscented
  • Made in USA
  • All Lifestages

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  • Hypoallergenic litter helps to control respiratory disease in cats.
  • Soothing herbal essences help to reduce your cat’s stress.
  • Free of plant products, perfumes, and deodorants.
  • Creates hard clumps for easy scooping.
  • Paw-some odor control for multi-cat homes.

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The Litter Cats Love

Dr. Elsey’s believes litter can be loved—by cats and their owners. They’re on a mission to help keep cats in loving homes by providing proven, veterinarian-formulated solutions.

They Speak for Cats

Dr. Elsey’s puts heart, soul, and science into every product to solve the complex needs of pets. Every problem calls for a solution, whether it’s bringing a fussy cat back to the box, keeping paws free of dust, or fueling pets’ ancestral dietary needs.

Bring Your Cat Back to the Box

A problem cat is one who chooses not to use the litter box. There are three likely causes: medical ailments, territorial marking, or behavioral issues. Cat Attract helps fight litter box aversion and bring cats back with a natural herb blend.

About Dr. Elsey’s

Dr. Elsey’s is a veterinarian-owned brand dedicated to meeting the complex needs of cats. Founded in 1987 with the first all-natural clumping cat litter, their line has since grown to include a variety of products for cats at every stage of life.

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11 Customer Questions

Do the natural essences in this litter have an odor?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 29, 2024
This hypoallergenic litter is free of plant proteins, perfumes, and deodorants to help control respiratory disease in cats. It also features unscented herbal essences to help create a calming litter box experience to help reduce stress.

Is Elsey's Respiratory Relief litter soft on cat's paws?

Answer by Chewy • Jul 04, 2022
This litter is not specifically designed to be soft on a cat's paws however, we also carry the "Dr. Elsey's Paw Sensitive Multi-Cat Strength Cat Litter" that may be of interest.

Is this silica free?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 10, 2022
This litter has silica around 1% in the form of quartz.

What is the best way to dispose of this litter after it has been soiled? Is it biodegradable?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 18, 2018
This litter is not biodegradable. We recommend disposing of the waste in your trash.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Clumping Ability

68% Positive

Dust Control

66% Positive

Longevity

66% Positive

Odor Control

70% Positive

1221 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kathleen on Jan 25, 2026

The Best of the Best

I keep trying different litters, but I always come back to this one. Dr. Elsey’s is a quality product, especially for the money. This one in particularly, very low

I keep trying different litters, but I always come back to this one. Dr. Elsey’s is a quality product, especially for the money. This one in particularly, very low dust and doesn’t end up dusting everything. Great for cats and people with asthma and other respiratory issues. Fine grain and very soft on the feet yet not much tracking. I guess I should stop trying all the litters and just stick with what I know works. And it works great in my Litter Robot.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Vicky on Feb 13, 2026

Dustiest litter we’ve ever used! Would never recommend.

We searched for a litter that was as close to 100% dustless because our cat has asthma and the dust aggravates it. Dr. Elsey’s Respiratory Relief litter seemed like

We searched for a litter that was as close to 100% dustless because our cat has asthma and the dust aggravates it. Dr. Elsey’s Respiratory Relief litter seemed like a good option. Wrong! It has the most dust of any clay litter we’ve used. I do not recommend this litter, especially if you cat has breathing issues.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Lisa on Jan 3, 2026

The packaging is a one star. Ruins the product.

I tried this brand and version from chewy in the past. I couldn’t fathom why it would be considered respiratory relief as it was extremely . Then I purchased it

I tried this brand and version from chewy in the past. I couldn’t fathom why it would be considered respiratory relief as it was extremely . Then I purchased it from another company and it arrived in a box rather than a bag. It was not dusty at all. It was outstanding! Minimal dust, and very, very low tracking. I went through several boxes and the experience was the same I returned to ordering from chewy and both orders. The product was sent in a bag. Again, the litter was completely smashed so powdery, dusty, and tracking all over the place. It’s a shame that many people might try this, be disappointed and not purchase again when it seems that the product is great, but the bags do not keep the integrity of the product. If you’ve tried it before, and it did not like it, try purchasing it in a box.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Letitia on Feb 13, 2026

It leaves a fine dust everywhere immediately.

As soon as I start to scoop there erupts a dust plume. I used for a week and you cannot believe how much fine dust was left in the kitty bedroom. I had to ditch

As soon as I start to scoop there erupts a dust plume. I used for a week and you cannot believe how much fine dust was left in the kitty bedroom. I had to ditch the huge amount I purchased and replace it. Going back to a different option. Not for us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Suzanne on Jan 29, 2026

Long-time user for an asthmatic cat

We've used this for years now, for our asthmatic cat. It's one of the products in our "toolbox" of care for him. There is dust when you fill the box or stir it

We've used this for years now, for our asthmatic cat. It's one of the products in our "toolbox" of care for him. There is dust when you fill the box or stir it around, but I'm assuming it's less or a different kind of dust than a standard litter. This one clumps great.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Diane on Jan 22, 2026

No odor control but minimal tracking.

The cats were fine with this litter and unlike the last three we tried it did not track as much around the house. Unfortunately it did not control odor well at all

The cats were fine with this litter and unlike the last three we tried it did not track as much around the house. Unfortunately it did not control odor well at all. I'm still on a quest to find one that can do both!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Jan 26, 2026

Dusty litter for respiratory relief?

I’ve used this litter for years mixed w a sustainable corn litter. The last few bags I received were very dusty. I will never use this litter again as I have 2 cats

I’ve used this litter for years mixed w a sustainable corn litter. The last few bags I received were very dusty. I will never use this litter again as I have 2 cats w chronic respiratory issues.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Demi on Jan 28, 2026

GIANT ROCKs

I feel like I haven’t been using silica litter for that long and used to use clay clumping litter and I don’t remember there being enormous rocks where they would

I feel like I haven’t been using silica litter for that long and used to use clay clumping litter and I don’t remember there being enormous rocks where they would pee. It was crazy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Stephanie on Nov 28, 2025

My finicky cat loves this litter!

We have tried so many litters with our older cat, and no matter what she had litterbox issues. I finally tried this litter and wish I had years ago! Once we switched

We have tried so many litters with our older cat, and no matter what she had litterbox issues. I finally tried this litter and wish I had years ago! Once we switched she began regularly using her box, and it’s been wonderful!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Jan 27, 2026

Soaks up the mess.

Since I started using this litter my cat hasn't wheezed once. I thought she had asthma! Thank you Dr. Elsey!!!

Since I started using this litter my cat hasn't wheezed once. I thought she had asthma! Thank you Dr. Elsey!!!