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Why is my hamster drooling a lot with no pain or teeth problems?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male | unneutered | 19 days old | 0 lbs

My hamster has no signs of overgrown teeth or cheek abscesses. he does not appear to be in any pain and is eating normally... Why is he drooling so much?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on December 15th, 2018

Thanks for reaching out about Dexter. Dental disease can be in the form of a loose premolar/molar or small abscess, that are difficult to visualize. Other diseases that cause hyper-salivation such as pain may manifest in similar signs. A visit to the veterinarian is needed, and analgesia might improve things. Good luck.

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