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Why is my cat drooling and acting sick, even after a vet visit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 2 days old

Hi, my cat is a really friendly one, Leo likes to play with us and other cats I have in my house.. but recently(in the past 2 weeks), he’s been drooling all over himself and since then he never sits among us or other cats, he’s usually really active but now it really shows from his face and his behavior that something’s wrong, I’ve taken him to the vet but he said that he’s okay without even checking or anything, I’m worried that there might be something wrong with him. Please help me out here.

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 16th, 2019

Drooling can be a sign of dental disease, oral ulcers from ingesting toxins or from some medical conditions, or even nausea or pain. If you feel Leo's behavior is abnormal you should either recheck with your vet or get a second opinion elsewhere. A sedated oral exam might be helpful, or blood work might be recommended as well.

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