Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

Why is my dog suddenly drooling so much but eating and drinking?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 10 years and 11 months old | 66 lbs

My dog started excessively drooling today. He's eating and drinking and going to the bathroom ok, but so much drool. I've checked his mouth and don't see anything obvious. What could cause this suddenly?

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 8th, 2019

It sounds like Charlie is nauseous. Feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If the excessive drooling continues on the bland diet, he refuses to eat the bland diet, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away.

Vote icon

3Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Related Answers from Veterinarians

  • Image profile

    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 27th, 2019

    Delilah sounds nauseous. Feed her a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in her normal diet. If the drooling continues on the bland diet, she refuses to eat the bland diet, she vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, she will need to see a vet right away.

    Vote icon

    1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

See More Answers

Related Questions

Petco Pet Education Center
Training & Behavior
My house was sprayed for bugs today and my dog was licking the couch. Now he is drooling alot. Like puddles. Idk what to do my vet doesn't seem to think it's a big deal but I'm a bit worried.
It sounds like Charlie is nauseous from this. Keep a close eye on him, and if you see muscle tremors, take him into a vet immediately. Feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If he refuses to eat the bland diet, the excessive drooling continues, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
Nala is 1. Today ive noticed shes been drooling more than usual. I just woke up and the floor has a huge puddle of her saliva. Seems like shes not even swallowing it. She does not seem off. What can I do? In terms of bringing her in, im not financia
It could be Nala is feeling nauseous. Feed her a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in her normal diet. If the drooling continues on the bland diet, she vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, she will need to see a vet right away. Best of luck.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
My dog all of a sudden started drooling and has been pacing for about 5-10 minutes like he’s looking for somewhere to throw up. He’s pacing around the walls and behind the furniture
Thank you for contacting Boop by Petco with your question about Sully. Poor boy! Drooling is a sign of nausea. Feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts. If he refuses to eat the bland diet, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
My cat is dry heaving and drooling after throwing up hard food. He runs away from me like he did something bad. Drove to vet hospital and they said 6-7 hours. He acted fine we came home and he had a little food and started dry heaving again and drool
Thank you for contacting Boop by Petco with your question about Charlie. Poor boy. Feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If he refuses to eat the bland diet, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
I am fostering a 10 yr old Male yellow Lab. We were in the country for the weekend. He has started drooling about an hour ago and just can't stop. Is there anything I can do for him???
Poor Ruger! He could be painful or nauseous. Try feeding him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts a couple of times a day. If this helps the drooling, feed him the bland diet for a couple of days, and then start adding back in his normal diet. Should the drooling continue on the bland diet, then I would take him into the vet. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
Our new puppy is licking her mouth out of the blue, foam appears on top of her and droplet of water fall from her mouth.
Lucy sounds like she might be nauseous. Feed her a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in her normal diet. If the drooling continues on the bland diet, she refuses to eat the bland diet, she vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, she will need to see a vet right away.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
Charlie started throwing up last Sunday night. It was just undigested dog food. She did this 2 other times this last week. She hasnt been acting herself, her nose is running. She threw up again yesterday, but this time, it looked like it was mor
I’m sorry to hear that Charlie isn’t feeling well! Chronic vomiting is a cause for concern as it may be caused by toxin ingestion, kidney or liver disease, a foreign body, intestinal parasites, and even certain cancers. Charlie’s increased salivation is a very common sign of nausea. I recommend having her seen by a vet as soon as possible to determine what is going on. Your vet may perform some blood work and take x-rays to get an accurate diagnosis. I hope this helps and that all is well with Charlie!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
My dog is drooling, making sounds like "smacking his gums" and a hiccup when he is swallowing.
Poor Buddy! It sounds like he may be nauseous. I can give you a home remedy to see if that helps. Withhold food for 12-24 hours, then feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. If he vomits in the absence of food, he vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, he will need to see a vet right away. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
My dog is still not eating. I tried giving her some oatmeal and she only took a few bites. She's drinking water now though and before she wouldn't
Poor Charlie! It's good that she is drinking water, so she slowly may be feeling better. I would try offering her a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day. If she is still refusing to eat by tomorrow morning, then I would take her into a vet right away.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Petco Pet Education Center
Health & Wellbeing
She has suddenly started drooling a large amount of white stringy saliva. She is in vomit position but not vomiting. She has left pools of saliva everywhere
Thank you for contacting Boop by Petco with your question about Crunchy. Poor girl sounds nauseous, which would cause the excessive drooling. Feed her a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days. Then slowly add back in her normal diet. If she refuses to eat the bland diet, she vomits the bland diet, develops diarrhea, stops drinking water, starts vomiting water, or becomes very lethargic, she will need to see a vet right away. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025

Related Searches

Dog Food Dog Treats & Chews Wet Dog Food Dog Bowls & Feeding Supplies Dog Health & Wellness Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Dry Dog Food Electrolytes for Dogs Dog Food With Grain Premium Dog Food PetAlive Sensitive Stomach Dog Food JustFoodForDogs Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Nutri-Vet Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Nulo Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Royal Canin Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Science Diet Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Blue Buffalo Sensitive Stomach Dog Food Entyce Prescription Dog Digestive Medications Complete Essentials Sensitive Stomach Dog Food MedalSeries Sensitive Stomach Dog Food
image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Book Now

Sponsored