Your cat forgot to pull his tongue back in — that’s all! Many cats do this, and it is quite cute.
Cat sticking tongue out
Cats most often leave their tongue sticking out when they are grooming themselves. Sometimes they will lick their fur and then stop for a moment. At this point their tongue is sticking out a little bit — grab the camera if you have time!
Cats sometimes stick their tongue out while they are sleeping. Your cat’s mouth may open slightly and his tongue may come out a little bit. Again, get your camera ready — great photo opportunity!
You may need to be concerned if your cat’s mouth stays open all the time. If this is happening, your cat may have injured his mouth, and he may need to see a veterinarian to make sure that he is okay.
However, most of the time there is nothing to worry about when your cat sticks out his tongue!
Have you ever wondered why your cat’s tongue feels like sandpaper? Read the Why does my cat’s tongue feel like sandpaper? article.
