My dog is drooling after licking cleaner or a depo shot. Should I worry?

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I cleaned my dogs crate with “Scrub Free” cleaner after a mess. I’m worried he licked the surface afterwards. He is drooling excessively. Should I be worried? Yesterday he also got a depo shot for GI inflammation. Could this be the cause of the constant drooling? Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 48 lbs

Penelope Graben, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, Drooling in dogs can occur after they taste something bitter or as a sign of nausea. If Royce licked a small amount of cleaner and is now drooling, I wouldn't be too worried. I do not think he would have ingested enough to be harmful. If Royce's drooling is also associated with lethargy, disinterest in food, vomiting, or diarrhea, I would be more worried about possible continued GI inflammation that needs to be addressed by your vet. The most common side effects of a depo shot (steroid injection) are increased appetite, thirst, and need to urinate. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog is drooling after licking cleaner or a depo shot. Should I worry?

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