Small Pet Select Recycled Pelleted Paper Cat Litter, Kitty Litter, Non Clumping Pellets for Cats, for Use with Litter Box, Non Tracking, Low Dust, Made in USA, 20lb Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-23
Small Pet Select's Recycled Pelleted Paper Cat Litter trades clumping clay for low dust paper pellets, giving allergy conscious households and sensitive cats a gentler, unscented option, though its 4.0 star average and lighter review count suggest a smaller niche audience.
Owners who want a dust free, unscented, non clumping litter, including cats with respiratory sensitivities, and anyone who prefers a recycled paper product.
Skip if
You rely on clumping litter for easy daily scooping, since paper pellets absorb rather than clump and need a different maintenance routine.
Weight 20 Pounds
Priced 40% above the category median ($24.99 across 153 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating4.0/5
4.0 average across 770 owner ratings
Popularity2.0/5
770 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This 20 lb bag of Small Pet Select litter is made from recycled paper pressed into pellets rather than clay or crystals, so it's non clumping and designed to be low dust and low tracking. It's manufactured in the USA and marketed as a straightforward, no frills paper litter.", "Because it's paper based, the pellets work by absorbing moisture rather than forming clumps, so upkeep involves stirring or sifting and full changes rather than daily clump removal. The unscented formula avoids added fragrance, which can matter for cats sensitive to scented litters.", "At $34.99 for 20 lb, it's priced for the larger bag size and backed by a satisfaction guarantee. Its 4.0 star average across 770 reviews and about 100 units bought last month put it on the smaller side of this list, suggesting a more niche following compared to the mainstream clumping clay brands."]
Pros
Low dust, low tracking formula suited to allergy conscious households
Unscented, so no added fragrance for sensitive cats
Made in the USA from recycled paper
Backed by a satisfaction guarantee
Larger 20 lb bag size
Cons
Non clumping, so daily maintenance differs from standard clay litter
Smaller review base (770) than the mainstream clay and crystal options in this category
Lower bought-last-month volume suggests a smaller customer base
Higher price per bag than basic clay litters
Specifications
Weight
20 Pounds
Performance notes
Material Type is listed as Paper with an Item Type Name of paper cat litter, and it's sold as a non clumping pellet. The 20 lb Capacity is on the larger end of this list, giving more volume per purchase for owners willing to work with a pellet based, absorb rather than clump system.
What buyers say
A 4.0 star average across 770 reviews and roughly 100 units bought in the past month is modest next to the higher volume clumping clay litters in this lineup, suggesting a smaller but apparently satisfied group of buyers looking specifically for a paper based option.
It's non clumping. The recycled paper pellets absorb moisture rather than forming solid clumps, so you'll typically stir or sift and do fuller box changes instead of daily clump scooping.
Why would someone choose paper litter over clay?
Paper litter is generally lower dust and lower tracking than clay, and this one is unscented and made in the USA, which can appeal to owners managing allergies, a sensitive cat, or simply a preference for a recycled product.
Is this litter scented?
No, this is the Unscented variant, with no added fragrance layered onto the paper pellets.
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