Senior cat drooling, only eating wet food: Is it dental pain?

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Hello. I have a male cat who just turned 21. He is drooling alot. Will only eat wet food, he never liked it b4. Is there something that can be done at his age? I am on a fixed income, but I don't want him in pain. Thank you. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 20 years and 8 months old | 20 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

He may have an infected tooth or abscess or a growth in the mouth causing the pain and drooling. There is nothing at home you can give safely. Your vet can look in his mouth and check for an infection or a growth and give you an estimate if cost if treatment before doing anything else. At his age your vet can discuss if sedation is an option or pulse antibiotics therapy is more beneficial

Senior cat drooling, only eating wet food: Is it dental pain?

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