why do cats drool?

Question

sleeping

Answer 1

i don't know...cause dogs rule?

Answer 2

"Occasionally adult cats will drool while they are being petted, massaged or while nuzzling into fabrics. This drooling is usually accompanied with the kneading of the cat's paws. This paw kneading action is identical to that performed by nursing kittens and it is this behaviour that the cat is reproducing involuntarily in adulthood. Those adult cats that do drool/knead, often choose sweaters, coats or other clothing reminiscent of their original suckling environments. There, the nursing kittens kneaded their paws on their mothers, to stimulate milk flow from their teats. The anticipation and smell of the milk caused the kitten to salivate and drool.

Even though the reason cats drool and knead is in response to the warmth and good feeling they're getting off of the petter or sweater, some people find that this is a behaviour that they'd like to correct. This is difficult since it is so primal and involuntary. It would be like trying to correct a human being for salivating at a summer barbeque. If the cat drools on you, get or wear older clothing or place a dishtowel on your lap. It would be best in this situation, to keep valuable/cherished clothing items AND/OR the materials that the cat finds 'droolable' locked away safely.

If your cat is not a drooler/kneader as described above, then sudden drooling normally indicates a problem. The problem can range from to a chipped/cracked tooth or gum infection (the more common reasons), to poisoning or a foreign object lodged in the throat. Try gently checking your cat's mouth and look to see if you can spot the problem. Maybe there is a splinter or foreign object you can see and easily remove it without hurting the animal. If not, then it's time to visit the vet and diagnose the severity of the condition."

Answer 3

Some cats salivate profusely when scared. Others actually suffer from motion sickness (hence the drool-soaked cat carrier).

Some cats smack their lips and foam at the mouth if they feel nauseated or are about to vomit a hairball. On the other hand, the occasional cat drools with pleasure while being petted.

All of these causes of drooling are usually benign and short- lived. But if your cat is drooling or foaming at the mouth for no obvious reason, if drooling persists for more than a half hour, or if there are other symptoms - it’s time to call the vet.

Abnormal drooling happens for two major reasons: problems occurring inside the mouth, and those occurring elsewhere in the body. Pain or nausea stimulates drooling. Oral problems or neurologic conditions can interfere with swallowing, causing saliva to overflow.

Examples of problems in the mouth are:

»Dental disease (broken, decayed, or abscessed teeth)

»Gum disease (periodontal disease, stomatitis)

»Oral foreign body (fish hook, fish bone, string wrapped around tongue, stick)

»Oral mass (eosinophilic granuloma, tumor)

»Oral ulcer or laceration

»Salivary gland cyst

»Bee stings

Other signs of oral disease that may accompany drooling are foul breath, blood-tinged saliva, difficulty eating, or refusal to eat the usual foods. The cat may look uncomfortable and paw the mouth. Sometimes drooling is the first and only sign of a problem.

Problems elsewhere in the body that can cause drooling include:

* Disorders of the esophagus, stomach, or intestines--blockage, nausea
* Portosystemic shunt (a rare liver disorder)
* Advanced kidney disease
* Exposure to toxins or caustic chemicals
* Rabies

Exposure to toxins is an important consideration in a drooling cat. Some household cleaning products – ingested directly or licked off the fur – as well as some houseplants may burn the lining of the mouth and cause drooling. Certain flea dips and insecticides are very toxic to cats and may cause drooling. These may cause additional symptoms such as vomiting, muscle tremors, weakness, and lethargy. If your cat has these symptoms or you suspect a chemical exposure, seek veterinary care immediately. Bring labels or product information with you if possible.

Dental disease is another “biggy”—more than 80% of adult cats will develop periodontal, tooth and other oral cavity diseases that cause pain, leading to drooling.

The first thing some people think of when they see their cat foaming at the mouth is rabies. Happily, this is extremely unlikely unless a cat is unvaccinated. For drooling, foaming, or any worrisome symptom, it is always best to consult your veterinarian.

Answer 4

Well - if you can answer why humans drool when they are sleeping then you're set. Probably because their body relaxes, mouths gape open and saliva dribbles out. I think it's universally the same!

My cat used to drool when she was being loved on - she was so happy!

Answer 5

My cat drooled all the time, not just sleeping. It was so cute yet gross. Ha Ha. Well, she's grown out of it a bit.

Answer 6

Actually I had 9 cats at once when I was younger and I never saw a cat drool.

Answer 7

Hi Sherry...well, Beth beat me to the same very answer so I'm editing to a shorter version now.

It's a normal reaction in some individuals: her parasympathetic nervous system kicks in and stimulates the salivary glands to produce saliva. This happens because the animal is completely relaxed (an animal that is alarmed, angry or scared, will have the complementary sympathetic nervous system functioning, in preparation for fight or flight), so it means that your cat is absolutely comfortable and loves the scratching and massage!

Answer 8

My cat drools when he's happy

Answer 9

Why Do Cats Salivate

Answer 10

cat's drool? saweet.
maybe cuz they are dreaming about fish

Answer 11

They drool when they are happy or content.