I was tired of like inhaling that weird clay dust and wanted a litter that was safe for both my cat and myself. I also wanted to ensure that the smell was covered and easy to scoop. I tried several other litters before trying this one. This is the only litter that I have found that covers the smell, easy to scoop, and is safe for both my cat and I. I have been subscribed to it now for about a year and do not plan on switching anytime soon. For context, the litter is like in the closet of the office I work in, and I do not smell it. The vanilla scent does the job!