Mucus discharge from the dog's mouth is a common manifestation of canine oral health problems. Some dogs will exude a large amount of viscous liquid when they are awake, and it is not uncommon for them to even splash on their owners. This symptom may come from an intraoral infection or other health problem and requires prompt treatment. It can be prevented through regular dental cleaning, proper diet, and good hygiene habits. In addition to making the owner uncomfortable, mucus flowing from a dog's mouth can also affect the dog's health and quality of life.

Why does a dog’s mouth leak out viscous liquid?

1. The most common cause may be oral infection.

1. Oral infection is one of the most common problems in dogs. In some dogs, large amounts of bacteria can colonize the mouth. If the mouth is not cleaned regularly, bacteria will multiply and form tartar (a deposit made by bacteria) in the mouth and around the teeth, eventually turning into calculus. The formation of these deposits and dental calculus can irritate the oral mucosa and cause oral pain. The mucus flowing out of the dog's mouth may be a reaction to oral pain. Having many teeth makes it easier for people to eat oral bacteria, and they also eat various debris during the diet. These are common factors for oral infections.

2. Tooth inflammation

Other health problems may also cause this condition. For example, if your dog's teeth are loose and his gums are inflamed, this can also lead to increased fluid secretion in the mouth. In addition, diseases such as oral tumors may also cause this symptom.

2. How to prevent this problem?

First of all, you should develop the habit of brushing your dog’s teeth every day and regular dental cleaning. This can remove tartar and calculus from the mouth, prevent oral infection, and thereby relieve oral pain. Secondly, pay attention to dietary hygiene. Avoid letting your dog eat too much sundries, and feed your dog less fermented foods and foods that are prone to tartar. In addition, you can also provide regular oral hygiene physical therapy for your dog at home, such as sterilizing the dog’s oral cavity and gargling it.

In short, mucus flowing from the dog’s mouth is a common health problem that many dogs will face. Paying attention to regular oral cleaning and dietary hygiene can help reduce or even prevent oral infections, thereby reducing the occurrence of mucus flowing from the dog's mouth. If there are other abnormalities in the dog's mouth, such as bad breath or tumors, timely medical treatment is necessary.