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Why is my Shih Tzu suddenly drooling excessively only when outside?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 3 years and 11 months old | 14.8 lbs

My 4 year old shih tzu is drooling excessively. Only when he is outside. I have NEVER seen him drool even little bit.

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on September 13th, 2017

Hi and thank you for your post! Drooling excessively can be a sign of nausea or a dental problem. It is hard to say what exactly the cause is without examining Gurgi first. A veterinarian can examine Gurgi and determine is the cause is related to dental pain or from nausea and the cause behind the nausea. Thank you for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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