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Why is my German Shepherd drooling excessively? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi my German Shepherd keeps drooling

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 13th, 2018

Drooling can be a sign of nausea, occasionally pain, or an oral lesion or tooth problem. Sometimes ingestion of something that has a bad taste or something caustic can also cause drooling. I would recommend having your vet perform a complete oral exam if the drooling continues.

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