PetFusion ToughGrip Cat Litter Mat

The PetFusion ToughGrip is a silicone cat litter mat with a raised wave pattern that catches litter from your cat’s paws and an outer lip that holds spills on the mat.

Who it suits

Homes where the cat sometimes misses the box or kicks out wet litter, and owners who want a mat they can wipe and wash. It is heavy, so it is less handy if you like to shake a mat out over the box.

Key facts

• Silicone, with a raised wave pattern and an outer lip (Reviewed)
• Sizes: 30 x 23 inches (Large) and 38 x 26 inches (Extra large) (Reviewed)
• Can be vacuumed, wiped down or washed with soap and water (Reviewed)
• Side spout for pouring caught litter back into the box (Cats.com)

What reviewers say

Reviewed named it the best cat litter mat overall: in its waterproof test the mat held all its liquid for over an hour without leaking, and it was easy to clean. The testers note the extra large size weighs 5.3 pounds and the mat attracts dust and household debris.

Cats.com called it the easiest to clean and found a vacuum hose worked well, but notes that some reviewers say urine escapes from the side spout. Your Best Digs found it never moved when their cat kicked off it, but it was heavy to pick up and shake and they could not tell whether the grooves helped.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Held liquid in Reviewed’s waterproof test
• Pro: Easy to wipe and wash
• Pro: Stays put when a cat kicks off it
• Con: Heavy to lift and shake
• Con: Attracts dust and household debris
• Con: Urine may escape from the side spout per Cats.com

Cautions

• Measure the floor space: the XL is 38 x 26 inches.
• Wash it regularly, especially if your cat sometimes misses the box.
• If your cat starts avoiding the box after you add a mat, remove it and talk to your vet if the problem continues.