Drooling in Cats
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Are you seeing your cat drooling excessively it is a good time to have her exambined by Vet. Mostly it would be related to tooth or gum disease but there are other reasons for which you can see that.
Some of them are
* Predatory Aggression
* Cat suffering from Anaphylaxis
* Intoxicated by catnip
* Chocolate Toxicity
* Eclampsia
* Hyperthermia
* Insect Bites & Stings
* Rabies
Anaphylaxis
Common Symptoms
Drooling;Difficulty in breathing for Cat;Excessive Salivation; Uncontrolled Urination and Vomiting
Home Care for Anaphylaxis
It is a Emergency. Vet should be seen immediately
Vet Care for Anaphylaxiz
Intravenous Administration of epinephrine(adrenaline) and oxygen therapy for cats.
How to Prevent Anaphylaxis
Prevent insect bites or stings. Avoid medicating without Vet advice
Eclampsia(Milk Fever)
Common Symptoms :
Restlessness;pacing; ignoring kittens;stiff-legged movements;incordination;rapid breathing;elevated fever;grimacing expression;pale lips and gums;drooling;collapse with muscle spasms
Home Care: Emergency! Need to be attended by Vet immediately.
Vet Care: Intravenous Calcium Treatment; therapy to counteract heatstroke
Prevention: Do not breed the cat
Hyperthermia(Heat-Stroke)
Symptoms : Panting;drooling; Vomiting;temperature to 106;rapid pulse; staring; diarrhea; bright red gums; bloody nose;severe weakness; coma
First Aid: Wrap Cat in cool wet towel;immerse cat in cool water; get to veterinarian
Vet Care: Cool water enemas; oxygen therapy; fluid therapy
Prevention: Keep cool water available at all times; provide good ventilation; never shut cat in closed car; keep fur well-groomed; restrict exercise during hottest times of the day.
Rabies
SYMPTOMS: Refusal to eat or drink; hiding; depression; drooling; throat paralysis and inability to swallow--or vicious; violent behavior; excessive vocalizing; spooky eyes; wobbly rear legs
HOME CARE: NONE—CONTAGIOUS TO PEOPLE
VET CARE: NONE—CONTAGIOUS TO PEOPLE; euthanasia; then testing of brain tissue to confirm disease
PREVENTION: Vaccinate cat, prevent contact with wild animals
This does not mean there is a underlying medical issue if a cat is drooling. Some cats drool when you pet them. This is more likely when they feel relaxed and happy. Mostly they salivate if their back, neck or chin are stimulated. Usually it is observed in the adopted ones.