우리 고양이는 왜 혀를 내밀까요?

March 30, 2017 • yunus

우리 고양이는 왜 혀를 내밀까요?
대부분의 고양이 보호자에게는 완전히 편안해진 반려묘가 입 밖으로 혀를 늘어뜨리고 있는 재미있는 사진이 한 장쯤 있습니다. 혀를 내미는 것은 보통 무해하면서도—사랑스러운—고양이 특유의 행동이지만, 반려동물이 계속 혀를 내밀기 시작했다면 입을 다물지 못하게 하는 부상이나 호흡 문제를 겪고 있을 가능성이 높습니다.
 
고양이는 일생의 최대 3분의 1을 그루밍에 쓰므로, 자주 혀를 내밀고 있는 것도 놀랄 일은 아닙니다. 고양이의 혀에는 유두라고 하는 단단하고 뒤쪽을 향한 돌기가 있어 빠진 털을 제거하기에 알맞은 거친 표면을 만듭니다. 대부분의 고양이는 매우 집중해서 그루밍하지만, 핥는 도중에 다른 것에 관심을 빼앗기는 일도 드물지 않습니다. 그러면 고양이는 몇 초 동안 혀를 늘어뜨린 채 어정쩡한 자세가 됩니다. 마찬가지로 쉬거나 자는 동안 너무 편안해져 입이 살짝 벌어지면서, 반려묘가 우스우면서도 아주 건강한 모습으로 혀를 늘어뜨리기도 합니다.
 
고양이가 지속적으로 혀를 내밀고 있다면 문제가 될 수 있습니다. 이는 의학적 문제의 신호일 수 있는데, 부상이나 호흡 문제 또는 입을 다물지 못하게 하는 다른 질환 때문에 혀를 내밀고 있을 가능성이 높기 때문입니다. 치은염과 같은 염증성 질환을 포함한 고양이 치주 질환은 많은 보호자가 생각하는 것보다 흔하며, 이러한 구강 및 잇몸 질환은 통증을 줄이기 위해 반려묘가 혀를 내밀게 할 수 있습니다. 침을 흘리거나 잇몸이 붉고 부어 있거나 피가 나는 것은 구강 질환의 흔한 증상입니다. 구강 종양이나 부러진 치아도 고양이가 혀를 늘어뜨리게 할 수 있으며, 잇몸에 통증성 궤양을 유발할 수 있는 신부전도 원인이 될 수 있습니다. 반려동물이 평소보다 자주 혀를 내밀거나 다른 신체적 이상 증상이 보인다면, 수의사에게 데려가 잇몸 질환, 구강 농양, 충치 및 기타 의학적 문제를 확인하세요.
 
기억하세요. 개는 체온을 낮추기 위해 헐떡이지만, 건강한 고양이에게 이 행동은 정상적이지 않습니다. 고양이가 혀를 늘어뜨리는 것은 단순히 사랑스러운 버릇일 가능성이 높으며 응급 상황은 아닐 수 있지만, 반려동물의 행동에 갑작스럽고 평소와 다른 변화가 있는지 살펴보세요. 평소보다 자주 또는 계속 혀를 내밀거나 다른 신체적 이상 징후를 보인다면, 고양이가 입을 벌리고 있게 만드는 궤양, 농양 및 기타 질환을 배제할 수 있도록 수의사의 진료를 받으세요.

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  1. lou goines

    Hi, My 6-yr-old large Yorkie sleeps with her tongue about 1/2 in. or more sticking out--she's done this since a puppy. She also has something the vet calls reverse sneezing--in human terms, I would say she has allergies. Vet doesn't think any obstruction. Any comments? Thanks!

  2. Nancy Holloway

    I think Yorkies stick their tongues out as a characteristic of the breed. Over the years I have owned six and all but one did this. Although Yorkies are known for having teeth problems, this is something they did from tiny puppies to small adults. Maybe they are just always prepared to give kisses.

  3. Kimberly lewis

    My cats tounge hangs out all the time won't eat throwing up weight loss and sneezing coughing

  4. Julieann byres

    My cat has her tongue sticking out all the time but she is eating fine and drinking fine

  5. Lisa

    My cats tongue was sticking out here and there and he ended up having kidney disease. With all those other syptoms would definitely have a vet check her out.

  6. Jen

    Mine too. She's just a half grown kitten though. She seems fine but her tongue is out a lot of the time.

  7. Clare

    My male cat peanut he's only about 2 nearly 3, he has recently started hanging his tongue out constantly, it's very rare I see him without it out, and I have noticed in the past although not recently that his gums have been bleeding because there was blood in his drool, and he drools all the time, more so when he's sleeping. And his breath smells really bad but it always has done. He still eats (all the time) he has a very big appetite, and he's happy and hypo all the time always chasing and playing with my other cat, he's totally fine within himself.
    Could this be something wrong with his help and I haven't realises until now?

  8. Taylor

    Hi Clare, if you haven’t already, I would get your kitty into the vet right away. Each of those symptoms on their own are concerning — all together sounds like it could be serious. Healty cats’ breath should not smell terrible. Bleeding mouth sounds like he’s likely in pain and may be sticking his tongue out for this reason. It could be gum disease or any number of other serious ailments. As a survival tactic, cats try to not act sick or injured even when they’re suffering. It’s up to their owners to look for subtle clues. Good luck!

  9. Vania

    Please!!! All of you take your cats to the vet before it is too late. My one year old cat used to stick her tongue out, had really bad breath. She had stomatitis (gum diseases) and it cannot be cured it can only be treated. Doctor said it is really painful for them but since they are cats your night think it is not painful. I have to clean her mouth everyday ( simple stuff ) but before that they had to take out some of her teeth .. sometimes when it is too late they have to take all the teeth and this is fine they will continue to have a normal but happier life. Most people do not pay attention to their pet mouth health. Sometimes it is so painful that they stop eating and then die. Please always be aware of your pets health and if you can't take care of a pet just don't get one.

  10. Vania

    Take him to the vet. Bleeding means it is late gum disease or other disease. He is probably in a lot of pain but since he is a kitten (energy) you do not think he is.

  11. Nick

    Hi all I've lived with cats my whole life rescue them had to put some down basically my knowledge runs pretty deep and have an insight into a lot of cat behavior. We tend to humanize them and apply Human Nature 2 our furry feline loved ones. This is often a mistake we make in trying to determine what is going on in their mind or body. You have to go online or get some books on the behaviors of cats every owner should had at least one or two books about the stuff. From kittens to adulthood there are many different ailments and injuries that could befall them. My advice is simple take your time take the time to notice and observe their behavior. Of course yearly or biannual vet checks is recommended highly. Those who know me call me the Cat Whisperer only because 99% of the time when I'm dealing with either a Feral, lost displaced or domesticated cat that someone has for lack of better words kicked out other home which to me is just cruel. So also had the chance to nurture Foster and Rescue trap and release after getting them fixed. I have dealt with everything from ringworm a skin disease that's curable to stuff as serious as cancer diabetes Strokes and gamut runs through everything in between. I would not wish any of these on anyone's beloved pet but they do happen. I basically mentioned just the physical stuff that can befall them but there are also mental things to. Some of these behaviors include suckling, going to the bathroom outside the litter box, running from you or anyone and hiding for long periods of time. Also if they are domesticated and are living with one or more cats or other animals and they are constantly lashing out with their paw and hissing, that cat may be dealing with a past trauma anxiety and fearfulness. If you see this happen one thing to look for is if their ears are pointed backwards and if they are snarling showing their front teeth and whether they are declawed in the front or not the claws are out that is not a good sign. Also be aware other eating habits and drinking. If they seem to never be satisfied while eating this may have to do with either worms or something having to do with their digestive system. The same could be said if they are not eating or eating very little. Also look out for drinking water almost constantly this is a sure sign that diabetes maybe present. Now I'm not talking about a hot day and they are just trying to stay hydrated I'm talking constantly drinking filed with periods of lethargy. Like someone commented already that due to their instincts and preservation they will hide their pain as to not seem weak. Of course this is good in the wild but not good at home. Also be in tune to your energy because they can read that and sometimes react to it anyways we don't fully understand. I wish you all good luck with your pets and I'll try to keep up with some of the posts from time to time. Thank you

  12. rose

    Hi my cat is five years old and a couple days ago I noticed him not being himself like he can barely move and he kind of grunts when he breathes and I haven't seen him eat or drink water and now today his tongue is sticking out his gums are fine there is no drooling of bleeding and I recently had a hernia removed from his stomach I'm just wondering if that could be the reason why he is like this and also losing weight he is my baby please help

  13. Jennifer

    My 4 year old cat has started hanging his tongue out cannot close his mouth all the way and has long Trails of sticky saliva or drool that hangs out and gets on everything his breath smells like death he had a blood transfusion this past July and his organs head almost shut down completely right before the transfusion any and all help is appreciated

  14. Jazmene

    We got my cat Ben when he was 5 and a stray in our neiborhood. He has had many problems. He has a annul glands disease and he has also had to have a extra toe that had appeared removed. He is 8 now and a healthy kitty. (At least I think) but he does stick his tongue out just the tip. He ussally does it when he is starting to lay down while needing. While he needs his noise drips. I think he is congested. But the vet says he is fine. Help!!!

  15. Lily

    I would look for a better and well recommended vet (don't forget to bring all past tests/documents). There could be several things going on that if caught early can either be cured or treated to reduce any suffering in your cat. If you feel something is wrong, but the vet tells you it's nothing, you have a better feeling and intuition about your cat.

  16. Amber

    My kitty was sticking out her tongue, eating and drinking like no other, but just found out she does have inflammation and needs to have some teeth pulled. Glad I took her in for a check.

  17. Diane

    I took my beloved 16 y/o tuxedo cat molly to the vet because she was limping and mostly keeping her back paw off the ground and she had a lump there on top of her paw and the vet said if she is jumping still and acting normal then maybe she sprained it,he charged me $50 , did not take X-ray , I was only there a few minutes , went back 2 or 3 weeks later because she was still not putting her paw on ground, this time he took X-ray and he took me back to the X-ray room and showed me an invasive tumor in her leg. She needed surgery right away and he initially said she needed small toe amputation but he had to take her leg off below the knee to save her life. Just because you take your poor animal to the vet you alone are your pets only advocate. There are thousands of heartless lazy dangerous doctors out there( but they still want their money) so be on high alert for this.

  18. hannah smith

    please help
    my cat had all her teeth removed 20 months ago to severe stomaitis she has now got bad ear infection and the worst cold ive ever seen a cat get shes indoors huge amount of grreen phlegm comeing from moutj eyes nose shes ahd thos cold 3 weeks onyl been severe a week shes beem vets 3 times in 3 weeks
    shes 2 week antibitoc injection on ears drop sporumune and loxicom ive fed her via spoon for 19 months she very sick and im tryong evrything to save her she is 11 years old and i bred her shes struggling to breath and tongue sticks out all the time very comgested matted coat does not grrom or eat dronk on her own i do it for her via spoon and syringe i put her in the litter box or she wont go only this week shes had 3 acciddents of wee and poop not like her at all i want to save her as i love her to bits 3 vets have told me to put her to sleep i domt think i can i lost a cat in april to lymphoma this cat is my life she looks so ill the antibiotic injection not worked how can a cat cold be this bad vet thinks its calicvirus she has another check up tonight can you help im giving her 24 7 care all hours

  19. Jessica Clark

    Please help! My cat is very aggressive and the vet prescribed him fluexetine. An hour after taking his 3rd dose, he started excessively drooling, keeps his mouth open and won’t eat or drink! Is he overdosing or have some kind of failure?

  20. Cece

    My cat had all his teeth pulled because of stomatitus about 3 months ago. Now his tongue sticks out all the time and he has begun to seem like he doesn't feel well again, doesn't want to eat and he his tongue looks very red and actually maybe sores are on it are on it. what happens to their tongue when it's out like that or is it coming from inside his mouth?

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