![]() Sometimes, however, a dog’s drooling mechanisms seem to kick into overdrive. It can be so prolific that some owners buy or fashion “drool bibs” for these breeds to make mopping up drool fast and easy. Dogs like Newfoundlands, Basset Hounds, and Bulldogs tend to produce a large amount of drool because of the cup-like shape of the breeds’ muzzles and mouths. Certain dogs drool far more than others because of unique jaw anatomy. Saliva is a powerful and extremely useful bodily fluid, helping dogs digest food, lubricate the mouth, stay cool through panting, and even expel potentially harmful materials. Separating a harmless, everyday canine reality from a worrisome symptom requires a little understanding of drool. Why Is My Dog Drooling: Is It Normal Or A Concern? Drool is a way of life for dogs, but what should an owner do when that harmless dribble turns into a full-on drip? This article will not only address the age-old question, “why do dogs drool?”, but help pet parents to differentiate between normal, healthy drooling – and when it may indicate an underlying health issue. Depending on a dog’s breed, this drool might be nothing more than an enthusiastic lick hello or a wet, ongoing issue that requires pet parents to keep a rag nearby. Dogs, on the other hand, are more likely to slobber, lick, and drool in the course of an average day. Adult human beings are generally pretty good at keeping saliva where it’s supposed to be.
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