We've had to travel in the car with our cat in order to move. The foam appears to be a clear, bubbling substance, like her saliva, which streams out of her mouth and clings there if not removed.
I have assumed it means she is stressed or is dehydrated. Does anyone have any clearer answers as to what the problem may be?
2007-06-30 05:07:22 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Hey Damien...funniest think? Are you flammable? LOL
2007-06-30 05:43:32 · update #1
I had a cat who did this. It's just drool... and yes, they can create an incredible amount of foaming drool. My cat left puddles of drool on the vet's table like this, but he wasn't worried- said some cats just did that when stressed or frightened.
So, if it's obviously triggered by something like the carrier, it's gross but probably not really a problem. Just make sure she gets water when you can so she doesn't get dehydrated (I don't know how long a trip it is, whether you'll need to make water/cat box stops).
[edit] Misread the question the first time through, thought you said she does this when you put her in the carrier. If you've just moved in, like people are saying, she might need a little time and a lot of love to help her calm down, but watch her to make sure she doesn't get dehydrated, and call a vet if she doesn't calm down
2007-06-30 05:37:43 · answer #1 · answered by Chivas R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cat Foaming At Mouth
2016-10-15 03:32:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a cat (or dog for that matter) gets unnerved they tend to foam at the mouth or seem dehydrated. If you look at the cat's gums you'll notice that they are whiter than usual .... meaning that the blood flow is diverted to more important body parts such as brain, lungs, internal organs.
Your cat is very stressed when taken for a ride. Try to avoid it or ask your vet for a tranquilizer if you need to transport the cat.
Kev
2007-06-30 07:35:39 · answer #3 · answered by Hobgoblin Kev 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, she is very stressed out and it could lead to a seizure. Cats are very territorial and don't like any changes in their environment. They don't even like if you move their scratchy post around. Always put your cat in an appropriate carrier and when you arrive at your new home, put the cat in a separate room and leave her in the carrier. She is very stressed and will have to explore the new environment slowly. Don't force her out of the carrier. Next time you move, put the cat in the carrier first, before you start moving out your furniture.
Hope this helps.
2007-06-30 05:29:04 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She's majorly stressing out. Poor little kit cat. Think the best thing to do, is if you really really really have to take her in the car again, sit in the back with her, give her some cuddles, talk to her and generally try and comfort her. Maybe go and see your vet and see if they have anything that would be suitable to calm her down before another car trip. I know they have stuff for dogs...
2007-06-30 05:20:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stress and car sickness. Your cat does not like moving in the car. The sensation of moving when she is not moving is making her feel sick. My dog was like that. My vet told me not to feed her for a few hour before moving her in the car, but that didn't work. It is just motion sickness. Nothing to worry about.
2007-06-30 05:15:23 · answer #6 · answered by magix151 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's fear and stress.
Try putting a towel or lightweight blanket over the carrier. Most animals are less stressed when they are in a dark place.
2007-06-30 05:16:15 · answer #7 · answered by Kayty 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It means she's very nervous.
She might do better in a cat carrier.
2007-06-30 05:10:13 · answer #8 · answered by Wyandotte Hen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She is just freaked out. After she calms down, she should be fine.
2007-06-30 05:13:43 · answer #9 · answered by textank76 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hahaa funniest think ive heard all day. is the foam flameable lol?
2007-06-30 05:12:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 7⤋