Great Danes & Drool

Hi there! I’m Yeti the Great Dane, and let me tell you about my drool situation – it’s pretty epic!

So here’s the deal: I’m what humans call a “gentle giant,” but I’m also a drool machine. My huge muzzle and these floppy lips of mine can’t keep all my saliva where it’s supposed to be. It’s like trying to hold water in a leaky bucket!

When I get excited (which happens a lot because everything is AMAZING), the drool really starts flowing. Same thing when it’s hot outside – my tongue hangs out and the slobber just goes everywhere. My humans have learned to duck when I shake my head!

Sometimes I drool even more when I’m not feeling great. If my mouth hurts or I have allergies, watch out! The drool factory goes into overdrive. My humans have become quite skilled at identifying when something’s wrong, simply by checking my drool levels.

My family has become drool experts. They groom me regularly and keep my food area super clean. They’ve also strategically placed towels around the house – I call them “drool stations.” Smart humans!

The best part? My humans love me anyway, drool and all. They say it’s just part of my charm. I mean, who doesn’t want a dog that comes with built-in face washing capabilities?

Anatomy of Great Danes and Their Drooling Traits

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Hey, humans! Let me share my drooling superpowers as a Great Dane—it’s all part of my giant charm!

So here’s the deal – I’ve got this awesome big muzzle and these floppy lips that basically turn me into a drool machine. I know what you’re thinking: “Gross!” But trust me, it’s actually pretty cool once you understand how it works.

My mouth is enormous compared to your tiny human mouths. I’ve got these super-sized salivary glands that work overtime to help me digest all the food I need to fuel this giant body. When you’re as big as I am, you need a lot of spit to get things moving in the digestion department.

The funny thing is, gravity isn’t my friend when it comes to keeping my drool inside my mouth. Every time I move my head, shake, or get excited (which happens a lot because everything is exciting!), all that saliva just slides right out of my mouth. It’s like having a leaky faucet attached to my face.

My big, droopy lips don’t help much either. They’re supposed to hold everything in, but they’re more like loose curtains than tight seals. So when I drink water or see you happy, get ready for some serious drool action!

I know it might seem messy to you humans, but this is just how we Great Danes roll. We’re gentle giants with big hearts and even bigger drool production. It’s all part of our charm! Additionally, it’s essential to remember that regular exercise is crucial for maintaining a healthy weight and overall well-being.

Common Causes of Increased Drooling

Hey there, human friend! Let me tell you why us Great Danes sometimes turn into drool machines. Trust me, we don’t mean to slobber all over your favorite shirt – it just happens!

First up, food changes. When you switch our kibble or surprise us with fancy new treats, our mouths go into overdrive. It’s like our taste buds throw a party and invite way too much spit! One day we’re chomping on our usual dinner, and the next day – WHOOSH – we’re practically creating puddles.

Then there’s the heat situation. Oh boy, when it gets hot outside, we become walking water fountains! Our bodies are pretty smart, though. All that extra drool helps cool us down, kind of like our own built-in air conditioning system. Pretty neat, right?

Also, be sure to monitor your daily water intake, as dehydration can escalate quickly in large breeds like us.

Though I’m sure you’d prefer we come with a “low drool” setting.

The good news is that once you figure out what’s making us extra drooly, you can help us out. Maybe stick with our regular food for a while, or make sure we’ve a cool spot when it’s blazing hot outside.

We promise we’re not trying to redecorate your house with saliva – we can’t help being magnificent drool factories sometimes!

Medical Conditions Linked to Excessive Drooling

Sometimes us Great Danes drool way more than normal, and it’s not just because we spotted a hamburger or it’s super hot outside. Our humans need to know that extra slobber might mean something’s wrong with us! Since we can’t exactly tell you, “Hey, my mouth hurts,” you’ve got to be our health detectives.

Here’s what to watch out for when we’re being extra drooly:

What Might Be Wrong	How You’ll Know	What Our Humans Should Do
Mouth Infections	Our breath smells worse than usual, and our face looks puffy	Take us to the vet right away
Brain or Nerve Problems	We act confused, shake, or walk funny	Get us to the vet immediately
Tummy Troubles	We throw up or have messy poops	We need special tests at the vet

Trust me, we’d rather be playing fetch than dealing with any of these problems. But if you notice we’re drooling like a leaky faucet plus showing these other signs, please don’t wait around. We’re counting on you to figure out when something’s really bothering us! Additionally, food allergies can also cause excessive drooling, so it’s essential to monitor our overall health and diet.

Behavioral Influences on Drooling Patterns

Sometimes we don’t drool because we’re sick. Nope! Often, it’s simply because of what we’re doing or feeling. When we get super excited during playtime (like when you throw that squeaky ball), our slobber faucets turn on full blast!

Sometimes we drool not from being sick, but because we’re excited! Playtime sends our slobber faucets into overdrive!

And don’t even get me started on what happens when we’re nervous in new places – it’s like our mouths become drool factories working overtime.

The weather makes things even more interesting. On those hot, sticky summer days, we drool buckets trying to cool ourselves down. It’s basically our built-in air conditioning system, except it gets all over your floors instead of cooling the house. Sorry about that!

Here’s the thing, though – when you humans understand why we’re drooling, you can help us out. Maybe keep us calm in scary situations, or make sure we’ve a cool spot on hot days. This understanding also helps to reduce separation anxiety, which can lead to excessive drooling.

Less stress for us means less slobber cleanup for you. It’s a win-win! Plus, when we’re comfortable and happy, we’re the best giant lap dogs you could ask for (even though we might crush your legs a little).

Managing Drooling in Great Danes

First things first – I’m a Great Dane, which means I come with extra-large everything, including my drool production. It’s just part of my charm! But don’t worry, we can work together to make this whole drooling thing way less messy.

Here’s the deal: I love it when you brush me and wipe around my mouth area. It feels great and keeps all that extra spit from building up. Plus, it’s like getting a mini spa treatment!

And please, please keep my food area clean. I’m already messy enough without adding yesterday’s kibble crumbs to the mix.

Those absorbent mats you put down? Pure genius! I can drip all I want without making you slip and slide across the kitchen floor. We both win!

Now about water – I need lots of it because I’m basically a miniature horse. But maybe don’t fill my bowl to the brim right before I get excited about visitors.

Speaking of getting excited, I know my drool goes into overdrive when I’m happy, but with some patience and training, we can work on keeping my enthusiasm (and slobber) under control. Regular exercise and physical activity can also help manage my excitement levels, reducing those instances of drooling.

Look, I can’t promise to be drool-free, but together we can make our home a lot less like a slip-n-slide!

Final Thoughts

In summary, understanding us Great Danes and our drooling habits is super important for our health and your comfort. Like the gentle giants we are, our drool often reveals how we’re feeling or if something’s amiss inside. When you learn about why we drool and what health problems might cause it, you can take better care of us. Look, we know our slobber can be pretty gross sometimes, but hey – we’re awesome dogs who love you tons! A little drool is totally worth it for all the fun times we have together. Let’s work together to stay healthy and happy, even if that means keeping some towels handy!

References

• https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/how-much-do-great-danes-drool
• https://articles.hepper.com/do-great-danes-drool-a-lot/
• https://vetic.in/blog/pet-health/dog-drooling-excessively-12-reasons-why/
• https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-do-dogs-drool/
• https://cloud9vets.co.uk/reasons-for-excessive-dog-drooling/