What Are the Causes of Black Tongue in Cats?
cat tongue cat”s tongue image by cullenphotos from Fotolia.com Black tongue in cats can happen with injury, but it is more likely a result of an immune dysfunction which can be caused by yeast overgrowth or more serious infections. The literature does suggest the direct cause of black tongue by a specific agent like an injury or burn; anecdotal evidence suggests that black tongue most likely is the result of a toxoplasmosis infection due to parasitical infection. Eliminate burn sources Eliminate burns or caustic materials as a possible cause of your pet’s black tongue. Are there open containers near your pet’s environment? Are there pills missing or spilled powders nearby? If so, take your pet to the veterinarian as soon as possible. Examine your pet’s area for frayed electrical cords. An open light source near your pet’s area might indicate a tongue burn. Yeast Infection If your cat has a yeast infection, it may result in a black tongue. Yeast infection may be the result of an immune
