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Wheat Cat Litter

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Coryad Rookie
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I am a pet sitter and I have a new cat customer who uses wheat cat litter. I am very diligent about washing my hands but somehow I ended up getting glutened.... I was actually woken up at 6am today with cramps and never-ending bathroom trips. I am not an uber sensitive celiac so this is really confusing me, is it possible the litter somehow caused my issues? The only other thing I did differently yesterday was eat a popsicle brand popsicle, those seem to be gluten-free though. I did a quick search of the forum and I see that it's recommended to NOT use the wheat litter but I was wondering if anyone else has had a reaction to it??
I will be wearing gloves for future pet sits at this particular house!! :unsure:

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kareng Grand Master
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I don't really know what part of the wheat it's made of, but I use clay litter and it seems to float in the air a bit. Maybe you got some from the air?

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Yes, you most likely breathed in some of the dust and swallowed it. Wear a mask or bandana or something, then exit the room.

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Thank you both!  I will wear a mask for future visits :D

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And keep in mind that our furry friends get it on their feet and track it all over the house. If this litter is in use, it will be everywhere. The suggestions for disposable gloves and masks are excellent.

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Thanks Peter. I have been sick for 4 days now, I will have to turn this customer over to someone else. I wore a bandana but that only helped marginally..... ugh. I learn something new every day!

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zenith12 Enthusiast
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is cheap clay cat litter ever a problem with gluten contamination?

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cyclinglady Grand Master
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4 hours ago, zenith12 said:

is cheap clay cat litter ever a problem with gluten contamination?

Maybe.  Try calling the manufacturer.  Find out exactly what is in the product or look online for a MSDS (material safety data sheet).  

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ok thanks. I normally get the cheap stuff at the store or  Kittydinger at wal mart. They come in 7lb bags.

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