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What dog breeds would you consider to be the smelliest?

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SpaEnjoyer · 11/05/2026 08:39

This has been partly inspired by a post I read about Saint Bernards having a putrid breath. Apparently their smell is so strong it completely takes over a room (or potentially the whole house). I also read Basset Hounds are very smelly. I know all dogs smell but what breeds have you found to be the worst for it?

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AgentPidge · 12/05/2026 20:31

Decent food and lots of exercise go a long way to reducing that doggy smell.

B0D · 12/05/2026 20:42

I heard that the oil in coats of dogs bred for water work helps to trap dirt and hence odours. Our lab used to smell quite doggy

MiaKulper · 12/05/2026 20:44

Retrievers

FuzzyBumbleeBee · 14/05/2026 12:14

Begals and hound types always smell, several in the family.
Occasionally my dms labradors get quite wiffy
My gsd from years back got a bit of a smell to him in later life
My cardis don't smell but they make up for it with shedding

BertyFlanter · 14/05/2026 12:27

Boston Terriers are known for their flatulence. I can confirm my baby absolutely stinks!

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