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Scouted<\/b><\/i><\/a> selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission.<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n I treat my two black cats like tiny, fur-covered princes (they are my sons; I am, apparently, their full-time butler), so preventative health care is nonnegotiable. My goal is to ensure their immortality\u2014or at least a very long, very healthy life. When a friend and fellow cat parent raved about Prettylitter<\/a>, I was immediately intrigued by the brand\u2019s innovative technology. The white, crystal-style cat litter is virtually mess-free, odor-resistant, and flushable, but what really sold me is its color-changing, health-monitoring technology.<\/p>\n This veterinarian-approved litter<\/a> shifts color when it comes into contact with urine, helping flag potential concerns such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) and even kidney issues. The formula reacts to changes in urine pH and other markers, producing visible color variations or highlighting the presence of blood.<\/p>\n For example, dark green<\/a> or blue hues can signal elevated alkalinity (sometimes associated with struvite stone formation or UTI-causing bacteria) while red tones may indicate blood in the urine, which can be linked to more serious conditions like bladder inflammation, kidney disease, or, in rare cases, cancer.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also virtually dust-free\u2014a win for keeping the house cleaner and for my older cat, Spencer, who has dealt with asthma and respiratory issues. Even better, both cats transitioned to it from the traditional clay litter they\u2019d used all of their lives without protest.<\/p>\n