Catherine Ashe, DVM, explains what drool is and why dogs do it. She also discusses normal and abnormal drool in a format that can be used on social media, in e-newsletters and with clients whose dogs slobber.
Source: Whole Dog Journal, November 28, 2018. Link.
Unfortunately, if you’ve adopted a large or giant breed dog with floppy lips, slobber is going to be a regular part of the day. On the other hand, if your previously healthy dog with no history of significant salivation starts to drool, a visit to the veterinarian is definitely in order.
INSIGHTS: Does this remind you of the dog in Turner and Hootch? Link to video clip.