what is the definition of a salivary gland in a dog
salivary gland. any of the glands around the mouth that secrete saliva. The major ones are the three pairs known as the parotid, mandibular or submandibular and sublingual glands. There are other smaller salivary glands within the cheeks, e.g. zygomatic gland, and in the tongue. Salivary glands in the dog. exocrine gland that secretes saliva, especially any of major salivary glands or minor salivary glands. any one of three pairs of glands secreting into the mouth, thus aiding the digestive process.