Why Does My Cat Drool and Salivate?
It's not uncommon for a cat to drool. In most cases this is completely harmless however sometimes a cat's excessive drooling is an indication of a health problem.
Below we explain the reasons why a cat drools and salivates and how you can tell if you should be concerned.
A relaxed cat drools and salivates
When cats drool, it is often not a bad thing at all and may even be a good sign. Because in many cats the saliva flow increases especially when they are particularly relaxed.
If your cat is drooling while you're cuddling, it usually just shows that your pet is feeling very comfortable.
If your pet seems otherwise healthy, you don't need to worry about your cat's saliva. Just enjoy the time together and don't let it bother you.
When a sick cat drools and salivates
Unfortunately saliva in cats does not always have a harmless cause. It is quite possible that your cat drools because it is sick. If the increased saliva flow is not restricted to particularly relaxed situations, it is therefore advisable to keep a closer eye on your four-legged friend.
Especially cats with tartar or gum inflammation often show increased salivation. If your cat is constantly drooling, a look inside the mouth is definitely a good idea.
If your cat has bad breath, discolouration of the teeth or swollen and reddened gums, it's likely that the cause of the drooling and saliva is in your cat’s mouth.
Dental care is very important for cats
Problems with the gums or teeth are a serious matter. Because they not only cause your cat to drool and salivate. They can also be extremely painful and have serious long-term consequences.
For this reason, you should contact a vet as soon as possible, who can take care of the necessary treatment measures and, for example, carry out a professional tooth cleaning for your four-legged friend.
Once the problems in the cat's mouth have been solved, drooling usually returns quite quickly. However, to avoid future problems, we recommend that you pay a little more attention to dental care.
The best way to do this is to use I Love My Cat Dental. The practical powder made of natural ingredients ensures effective cleaning of the teeth.
Even a cold cat drools
Besides dental problems, drooling can also be an indication that your cat has a cold or that your cat has even been infected with cat cold. If this is the case, you will notice a number of other typical symptoms in your cat besides salivation.
The following symptoms may indicate a cold or a cat cold in your drooling cat:
- Die Atmung fällt der Katze schwer.
- The cat coughs and sneezes.
- The cat has a poor appetite.
- The cat's eyes water.
- Crusts form on the eyes and nose.
- The cat sleeps even more than usual.
- The quadruped suffers from swallowing difficulties.
- The breathing is difficult for the cat.
- Treatment for colds and cat colds
If your cat drools due to a cold, it is usually sufficient to make sure that the quadruped rests for a few days. If you suspect that the symptoms are caused by cat cold, a visit to the vet is advisable. The vet can prescribe antibiotics for your cat if necessary.
Regardless of this, you should support the weakened quadruped's immune system with suitable preparation. For this purpose we recommend a natural food supplement with I love my cat Immun.
In addition, in case of excessive tears or encrustations, it can help to clean the cat's eyes with our gentle eye care drops.
Drooling in cats due to poisoning
Excessive drooling may also be a symptom of poisoning. This can be caused by eating certain foods like chocolate, inappropriate medicines like paracetamol or eating poisonous plants.
Other possible symptoms of poisoning in cats include vomiting and diarrhoea, trembling and muscle cramps, as well as drowsiness, restlessness and shortness of breath.
If you notice signs of poisoning in your cat, see a vet immediately. A poisoned cat is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention.
Cat drools and salivates - our conclusion
In most cases drooling is completely harmless. Drooling is simply a sign that your pet is relaxed and feeling happy.
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