Usually it's dog slobber we worry about, not cat drool. But if your cat is drooling they may need medical attention.
Our animals can’t tell us what’s wrong, so it is up to us to know our pets and and pay attention when something is not right. While drooling in dogs is pretty common and normal with some dogs, drooling in cats is not normal and could be a sign of a variety of issues including serious health problems.
Drooling in cats can be a sign of poisoning, dental disease, internal injuries or kidney failure. If your cat is also vomiting, is lethargic or convulsing get to a vet immediately.
Your veterinarian will examine your cat, take a blood sample and possibly and X-ray. If your cat is in kidney failure, which is very common in cats, your vet will need to start treatment immediately.
Dental issues such as plaque build up or lesions called FORL can also cause your cat to drool and are very painful. Your vet may advise various treatments from frequent teeth cleaning or removing your cat’s teeth.
Cats do like to chew on catnip or cat grass but other plants such as those in the Lily family are toxic to cats and may also cause drooling if chewed or swallowed.
If you have noticed your cat drooling take it to the vet and consult with your vet about possible causes and treatment options.