Re: [pyrnet] Hypersialism (Drooling, Ptyalism) was Feedback

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In a message dated 2/27/01 2:46:22 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
ARIEGE@xtra.co.nz writes:


> Don't confuse drooling with excessive salivating.  There is a difference.  
> The "looser" mouthed Pyrs will drool as has been said , the drool collects 
> in the loose flews but excessive saliavting could be a tooth problem, an 
> abcess or in one case a tumour.


Jan,

Thanks for the clarification.    I have seen heavier head pyrs who do more 
than just drool.    I am talking that their owners are constantly wiping and 
there's a constant string of saliva hanging out of their mouths - whether or 
not it is hot.    Would that be considered just "drool"?

I just did not know if this Hypersialism was connected.   Meaning does it 
only affect those with a heavier head?    Is there some connection?   I will 
go home and read Dr. Padgett's book on the subject (heavy sigh was hoping not 
too - vbg).

Take care,
Dianne Migas - Jersey Shore
Steel Moment Great Pyrenees