{"id":407,"date":"2021-11-01T13:06:31","date_gmt":"2021-11-01T17:06:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allcreaturesvetbrooklyn.com\/blog\/?p=407"},"modified":"2022-01-19T15:54:26","modified_gmt":"2022-01-19T20:54:26","slug":"does-your-dog-drool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allcreaturesvetbrooklyn.com\/blog\/does-your-dog-drool\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Your Dog Drool?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If slobbering all over the place is a skill, dogs would be the ultimate masters. Sure, there are some breeds that don\u2019t have slippery lips, but generally speaking, it is a common canine trait (we\u2019re looking at you, Newfoundlands, mastiffs, and St. Bernards). Dog drool is simply part of the territory, but understanding the physiology of this action sure is helpful. Why does your dog drool, and are there ways to minimize the thick globs from wetting your floors and furniture?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Avoidance or Tolerance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Seasoned or newbie owners of dogs can go crazy over their pooches, with one common exception. Drool. Despite the acknowledgment that salivation plays a critical role in digestion, it can drive a wedge between pups and their loving owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, the Biology <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your dog has four main pairs of salivary glands that produce saliva for the mouth. Primarily concerned with preparing the body for a meal, these glands may go into overdrive when they smell food or anticipate a tasty treat. While saliva is mostly water, it does contain a digestive enzyme called amylase that helps break down carbohydrates, salts, and mucous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The important takeaway is that increased salivation is completely voluntary; dogs don\u2019t realize they\u2019re making extra saliva. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So Much More Than Spit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, dog drool helps in the following ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n