Dr. Elsey's R&R Stress-Reducing Clumping Clay Cat Litter, 20-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
1833 Ratings
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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

1209 Customer Reviews

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 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 1 out of 5 stars
By Synneva on Oct 20, 2025

No odor control and super dusty

This litter claims to be low dust to help cats with respiratory issues. There was a literal cloud that came up from the box when I poured the litter in, as well

This litter claims to be low dust to help cats with respiratory issues. There was a literal cloud that came up from the box when I poured the litter in, as well as when I cleaned it. The litter started smelling bad the day after I put it in the litter box. I ended up just emptying the litter box after just one day of use.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Marianne on Dec 12, 2025

‘Clumps’ break apart

Clay litter is so heavy when it’s wet and the clumps break apart leaving stink still in the box. As far as clay goes it’s better than many others but still a no

Clay litter is so heavy when it’s wet and the clumps break apart leaving stink still in the box. As far as clay goes it’s better than many others but still a no.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Mackenzie on Dec 5, 2025

Great dust free litter

Great litter for cats with breathing problems. The first litter I’ve found that is actually dust free. I don’t love the way it clumps but definitely worth it to

Great litter for cats with breathing problems. The first litter I’ve found that is actually dust free. I don’t love the way it clumps but definitely worth it to help our kitty.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By wztjh647wd on Jan 9, 2026

Izzie loves it

Izzie has cancer and has lost too much weight. I changed her dr marty food and she’s gaining weight back.

Izzie has cancer and has lost too much weight. I changed her dr marty food and she’s gaining weight back.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Jami on Dec 25, 2025

Cat litter

Worst cat litter I have ever purchased. I bought it because it had such great reviews. Very disappointed in this product.

Worst cat litter I have ever purchased. I bought it because it had such great reviews. Very disappointed in this product.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Cathy on Sep 15, 2025

Rougher texture than I want.

She is using it. I poured some of her Dr. E’s gel type litter over it. I’m also trying the Dr.E’s clumping type that is much finer than this one. Unfortunately,

She is using it. I poured some of her Dr. E’s gel type litter over it. I’m also trying the Dr.E’s clumping type that is much finer than this one. Unfortunately, Bean had been fully declawed when I took her in. Because of it I’ve stayed with the gel type litter to be more gentle to her paws. But I am in need of a clumping type litter and am giving other types of the same brand a try.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Elizabeth on Dec 30, 2025

Not for us.

It doesn’t clump at all. Ruined a few litter boxes. Very dusty which doesn’t help my cat with asthma.

It doesn’t clump at all. Ruined a few litter boxes. Very dusty which doesn’t help my cat with asthma.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Anna on Oct 16, 2025

Best for my asthma and his “business”

We rarely ever smell his business when we use this litter. It clumps perfectly! Minimal dust, easy cleanups, and it doesn’t trigger my asthma! He used to cough

We rarely ever smell his business when we use this litter. It clumps perfectly! Minimal dust, easy cleanups, and it doesn’t trigger my asthma! He used to cough when I refreshed his litter, but not since we started using this kind.