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Why does my cat drop food outside her bowl? Is she sick or just messy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | spayed | 4 years old

Why does my cat drops her dry cat food outside her food bowl every time she eats? She eats some and drop some on the floor. Is she sick?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 6th, 2017

As long as she is eating and otherwise seems fine than it might just be a habit for her. I have seen other cats do the same thing. You could also have your vet examine her teeth to make sure she doesn't have a dental problem causing pain and difficulty with eating.

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