It’s a fact of life—your kitten has to “go.” Gross as it may seem, familiarity with your kitten’s normal pooping habits is a great way to monitor their health.
You should scoop your kitten’s poop at least once a day, which will allow you to catch any changes early. Your kitten’s poop should be a chocolate-brown color, formed and segmented. Other colors to know about include:
- Red: Usually, you’ll notice red streaks in the poop or red liquid on the poop. This means your kitten has blood in their poop that’s coming from their large intestine or anal region.
- Black: Black stools often mean there is bleeding in the stomach or small intestine.
- Yellow or green: The stool may be moving through the intestinal tract too quickly. These stools are often loose. Causes could include infection, liver diseases or issues with the gallbladder.
If you’re noticing abnormal poop colors, mucus, foreign material or parasites in the poop, access free 24/7 Live Chat* with a licensed veterinary professional using the myVCATM app.
*Live Chat with a licensed veterinary professional is free for VCA clients through the myVCA mobile app, available at Apple’s App Store and Google Play.
