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My dog won't open her mouth and is drooling a lot. What should I do?
Updated on September 23, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 4 days old | 6 lbs
I my dog refuses open her mouth and is continuously dripping saliva what will cause that and do you have any recommendations?
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Most Helpful Answer
Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on February 17, 2019
Raja could have a serious dental problem or could have injured her mouth causing her to refuse to open it and continuously drip saliva. I would take her into a vet immediately to get checked out, as I'm concerned she will stop eating. Best of luck.
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