The litter box can be very helpful in determining your cat’s general health. Since you need to scoop the box regularly, you get a clear view of what is normal for your cat. Any changes in the texture or color of feces can help identify problems with diet, stress and even disease. Excessive or not enough urine gives you a clear view into possible medical issues. Small, hard stools can indicate constipation, whereas dark or loose stools indicate diarrhea and possibly blood in the digestive tract. You may even see a lot of hair, which may be from hairballs or excessive grooming. Changes in the production of urine are clear indicators of a medical issue that needs to be addressed promptly. Watch your cat’s litter box carefully for changes that can be explained by changes in diet as opposed to those that could be health issues. Contact your Myrtle Beach, SC veterinarian the Waccamaw Animal Hospital to learn more.