Petmate Litter Scoop with Antimicrobial Protection

We like small, lightweight scoops for our cat's litter. We use World's Best, which isn't the most-clumping litter out there, so that's why it's good to have slots/holes that aren't too big. This fits the bill. Our cat isn't hugely prolific, so this scoop can handle the weight of the soiled litter. However, I do see why other reviewers mention the sturdiness of the scoop, as well as the size. The smallest size of this is listed as large (which I bought), and it certainly isn't what one would call large - it's quite small, with the scoop itself being 4in by 4in, then 10in in total length. It's fine for one cat who doesn't produce heavy litter, or for smaller animals. The handle is hollow and thin We like small, lightweight scoops for our cat's litter. We use World's Best, which isn't the most-clumping litter out there, so that's why it's good to have slots/holes that aren't too big. This fits the bill. Our cat isn't hugely prolific, so this scoop can handle the weight of the soiled litter. However, I do see why other reviewers mention the sturdiness of the scoop, as well as the size. The smallest size of this is listed as large (which I bought), and it certainly isn't what one would call large - it's quite small, with the scoop itself being 4in by 4in, then 10in in total length. It's fine for one cat who doesn't produce heavy litter, or for smaller animals. The handle is hollow and thin, and not super-strong, so I can see why others using heavier litter (like clay) or scooping more waste mention its lack of strength. For the price, it gets the job done. Most folks will probably want a larger size and maybe a stronger scooper. Chewy or the manufacturer would do well to rename the sizes, as the "large" I got isn't even what most would consider a smallish standard size. Hopefully this review can help other shoppers make an informed decision. … more

When cleaning out a cat litter box, when you have a scooper where the slots are too far apart, most of their "poops and pees" fall through. When using this scooper nearly 100% of the mess gets picked up and does not fall through, meaning your cat's litter box is much cleaner after cleaning it rather than seeing chunks of their mess in it. Will be ordering more to have on hand and give some to my cat lover friends who have also complained about scoopers with slots that are too wid apart..

At first, I thought I may like this scoop, even though it was a bit smaller that what I normally use. The handle seemed somewhat flexible, which I felt could be good. However, after using for 2 days, a crack developed at the part where the actual scoop connects to the handle. I can use it for a quick clean-up, but bought a better one at my local store.

This scoop is TINY was not what I was expecting. With 3 litter boxes and a picky kitty that likes her litter deep this scoop just didn't cut it. It would be good for someone with a small litter tray to scoop, but took forever to scoop my 3 extra large boxes.

I have small hands and this scoop is easy to manage and durable. I purchased the small one. But I'm going to purchase a larger one for my other half who has bigger hands and needs more to grip. He doesn't like dainty.

This is a very nice little scoop. It's solid and good at extricating clumps from the litter box. It feels sturdy and not cheap, definitely not one that will break while in use. Very happy!

This scoop is very handy and deep so it picks up more in the litter box. I like that it is easy to get down the sides of the box with it as well. I would recommend this for cat lovers.

I really like this scooper. It is strong enough to get the job done and the slots are the right size to allow the good litter to flow through yet hold the soiled litter in it for disposal. I have been pleased with it.

I bought this particular scoop for 2 reasons: it appeared, via its photo, to be the same size I had before but wanted to replace &, secondly, the word "Antimicrobial" was attractive to me. Well, @ the 5th time I was scooping out the litter box, the handle and part of the palm (the part that holds the feces) broke right off. I do not recommend this one; its a tad too risky for me. The word "antimicrobial" led me to believe it had something in it to ward off all the germs associated with this kind of mess; however, if this scoop IS antimicrobial, what good is it if your hand (or any other part of you) ends up in contact with that poop and pee and contaminated litter? Seems to me, this scoop I bought this particular scoop for 2 reasons: it appeared, via its photo, to be the same size I had before but wanted to replace &, secondly, the word "Antimicrobial" was attractive to me. Well, @ the 5th time I was scooping out the litter box, the handle and part of the palm (the part that holds the feces) broke right off. I do not recommend this one; its a tad too risky for me. The word "antimicrobial" led me to believe it had something in it to ward off all the germs associated with this kind of mess; however, if this scoop IS antimicrobial, what good is it if your hand (or any other part of you) ends up in contact with that poop and pee and contaminated litter? Seems to me, this scoop is best served by those who always wear antimicrobial GLOVES while cleaning up their kitty cats' messes. … more

This is the greatest scoop EVER! In the history of the WORLD! I'm tellin' ya. For real. You need to buy this scoop. Really. I'm serious. Get it. NOW!