Why is my dog drooling?
There are lots of things that could be causing your dog to drool. It could be down to excitement, fear or nervousness or as a result of taking certain medications. Drooling could also be a sign of nausea – and if you notice them drooling when you’re in the car then it could be due to motion sickness. Dental problems, injury, infection, irritation of the mouth or lips or something stuck in their mouth, teeth or throat could also be to blame. Drooling can also be a sign that your dog has ingested a toxin or poison or has heatstroke. While some drooling is normal to some extent and certain breeds of dog drool more than others (like St Bernards and bulldogs), drooling is sometimes a sign of an underlying cause that will need veterinary treatment. Meanwhile, others – like poisoning, heat stroke or something stuck in their throat – should be treated as emergencies. That’s why you should always contact your vet for advice if you’re worried about your drooling dog.
