how do i stop my cat dribbling?

Question

he keeps leaving wet patches everywhere!

Answer 1

A cat which is constantly dribbling may be suffering from an infected and painful tooth or some mouth sores. I suggest that you have your cat checked by the vet to rule out medical problems at least becuase if the cat has health issues, you will not be able to stop his dribbling - unless the medical issue is resolved.

Answer 2

How old is your cat and how old was he when you got him? Aside from medical problems, some cats dribble when they have been taken from their Mum too early, in this case the dribbling usually occurs at times of relaxation and/or happiness and is often accompanies by "pawing" at your tummy or a cushion etc. It could also be that he is old and slack jawed. If this isn't being caused by a dental condition then I'm afraid there is nothing you can do to stop it!

Answer 3

Hi there...here's a web article on what are the possible reasons why a cat drools:

The Drooling Cat

If you’ve ever seen a cat foam at the mouth after riding to the vet’s office or getting a dose of medicine, you know that a little drool goes a very long way!

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.

Web source: http://www.cathealth.com/printartarticles/P_drool.htm

Answer 4

Some cats are very dribbley particularly when they get older. When they are relaxed and purring etc they also relax their jaw muscles meaning some saliva escapes. Its a sign of your cat having a good chilled out life!
Of course, your cat should have regular check ups with your vet and they will keep an eye out for any dental problems. You may wish to flag this issue up at your next visit.

Answer 5

From where?If he's dribbling urine,then that could be a sign of a urinary tract infection or a spinal injury.If he's dribbling saliva,it could mean a sore tooth,tonsillitis or even pneumonia.Best to get him to a vet right away.

Answer 6

My old cat used to dribble every time he purred.
We took him to the vet, and the vet gave him a clean bill of health, and suggested we feed him raw chicken wings a few times a week so he could exercises his jaw, and hopefully minimise the drooling.

None of my cats have ever eaten raw chicken however. They've all buried it in their kitty litter in disgust.
When we've had a roast, we just give a chunk of meat to the cat, and she chews happily on it.

Answer 7

Sorry I can't suggest how to stop this but my cat does it too, normally when she is happy. She finds a soft blanket and treads grapes on it(this is what I call it when they pad up and down with their paws on something) starts purring very loudly, her eyes go very slitty and then she starts dribbling!!
I think its sweet!!

Answer 8

If he does it when he's happy I wouldn't worry about it, all cats seem to do it. Don't think there's much you could do except put something under his mouth to catch it. If he dribbles all the time take him to the vet as there's something wrong.

Answer 9

one of my cats dribbles when she is happy. i had her checked out by a vet and there is nothing wrong and there is nothing they can do.

she currently has a head collar on (because she has a scab she wont stop licking) and i have to wash it daily because of the dribble.

Answer 10

You could try sticking a bib on him. Sit him down and tell him that if he wants to act like a kitten then you'll treat him like a kitten.

Alternatively why not give him a taste of his own medicine and dribble on him? That'll learn the bad mannered fur ball.