My cat has black runny stool. Could litter products be the cause?

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Yesterday and today Choo Choo had black, runny stools. Normally they're brown and firm. We've recently been using Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract Litter Additive because one of our other cats isn't consistent with using the litter boxes. We've been using Nature's Miracle 3in1 Odor Destroyer as well. Any idea if either could be causing it or what else could be the problem? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Male | neutered | 5 years and 4 months old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It could be possible, but not likely. You can stop using then for a few days and see if the issue resolves, then resume use. If Choo Choo develops runny stool, then you'll know it was one of the 2 peoducts. For now, withhold food for 8 to 12 hours, allowing small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte. Resume feeding a bland diet in small, frequent amounts until the stool is normal then transition slowly back to the regular diet. See your veterinarian if Choo Choo becomes lethargic, vomits, stops eating or if the loose stool persists or worsens.

My cat has black runny stool. Could litter products be the cause?

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