MissDolittle
04-10-2007, 09:58 AM
Blood in the stool is indicative of a more serious problem.
Potty Color Guide
Any of the following require that kitty receive IMMEDIATE medical attention
- Bloody: red blood in stool may indicate panleukepenia (distempter).
- Black: possible bleeding high in the bowel.
- Mucous: slimy substance may indicate severe bowel irritation.
- White: possible serious bowel infection. High risk of death.
The following may require that you seek medical advice:
- Orange: means there may be too much bile in stool.
- Yellow: is indicative of a bacterial imbalance in bowel.
As you can see from the list, blood in the stool can be a sign of panleukepenia (distemper). This is a very serious condition and every kitten showing blood in the stool should be taken to the vet ASAP.
Potty Color Guide
Any of the following require that kitty receive IMMEDIATE medical attention
- Bloody: red blood in stool may indicate panleukepenia (distempter).
- Black: possible bleeding high in the bowel.
- Mucous: slimy substance may indicate severe bowel irritation.
- White: possible serious bowel infection. High risk of death.
The following may require that you seek medical advice:
- Orange: means there may be too much bile in stool.
- Yellow: is indicative of a bacterial imbalance in bowel.
As you can see from the list, blood in the stool can be a sign of panleukepenia (distemper). This is a very serious condition and every kitten showing blood in the stool should be taken to the vet ASAP.