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Traditional Litter May Aggravate Cat Respiratory Problems

DETROIT LAKES, MN (January,July 2004) – Allergies are prevalent this time of year for more than just people. Even for the family cat that rarely goes outdoors, common household irritants can cause allergies as well as aggravate severe respiratory problems such as feline asthma. One common allergen could be hiding in the cat’s litter box.
Dust in traditional clumping litters can irritate a cat’s respiratory tract, causing it to sneeze, wheeze and cough after using the litter box. For cats that have already been diagnosed with feline asthma, it’s crucial to remove this potential irritant.

“Feline asthma is a chronic inflammatory respiratory disease,” according to the American Animal Hospital Association. “Cats get the same airway spasms or smooth muscle contractions that lead to acute constriction of breathing as people do. The aerosolized dust (of traditional cat litter) when breathed in can initiate symptoms in an already asthmatic cat.”

That’s why more and more consumers are turning to clay-free alternative litters such as Swheat ScoopÆ Natural Wheat Litter. Here is what some Swheat Scoop consumers have to say:

“I have tried several brands and kinds over the years, but yours is the best I have ever found. Neither my 3 cats or I come out sneezing when we are around the box.” – T. C., Colorado

“My reason for seeking out Swheat Scoop is to help my cat that has asthma. I've been searching for a dust-free litter that won't irritate his lungs. I guess it's 3 paws up for Swheat Scoop!!!” – B.D., Florida

Swheat Scoop is a unique clumping litter that’s made from 100 percent naturally processed wheat. Since it’s fragrance free, clay free and chemical free, it’s ideal for cats that have more sensitive respiratory systems. Because it’s clay free, Swheat Scoop doesn’t contain silica or sodium bentonite, and doesn’t raise a cloud of dust when poured or while using the litter box. Its natural wheat enzymes work continuously to eliminate rather than mask litter box odors and its wheat starches form firm clumps that can be easily flushed down the toilet without harming sewer or septic systems. All of these features make Swheat Scoop the natural choice for owners with concerns about their cat’s respiratory health.

Swheat Scoop Natural Wheat Litter is available at Acme, BI-LO, Big Y, Bozzuto’s, Demoulas/Market Basket, Dillons, Fry’s, Galaxy Food, Giant Eagle, Giant Food, Harris Teeter, Ingles, King Kullen, King Soopers, Kroger, Lowes, Marsh, Meijer, Pathmark, Petcetera, Petco, PETsMART, Pet Supplies “Plus”, PET VALU, Price Chopper, Publix, Raley’s, Save Mart, Scolari’s, Shaw’s, ShopRite, Smith’s, Target, Tops, Weis, Whole Foods, and Wild Oats, as well as other fine grocery, neighborhood pet and natural food stores. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.swheatscoop.com or call 1-800-SWHEATS (794-3287).

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Contact: Genia Sdoukos
Account Supervisor
Matrix Partners, Ltd.
566 W. Adams Street, Ste. 720
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 648-9972 x22
gsdoukos@matrix1.com

 



 

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