All dogs have a better sense of smell than humans – 10,000 to 100,000 times better in fact thanks to having millions more scent receptors. But compared to other breeds, the GSD ranks near the top in scenting ability. It's no wonder they make such great police and detection dogs.
What is the smelliest dog breed?
Top 10 Smelliest Dog Breeds to Own
- 1 Saint Bernards.
- 2 English Bulldog.
- 3 Beagles.
- 4 Pugs.
- 5 Bloodhound.
- 6 Yorkie.
- 7 Cockers Spaniel.
- 8 Shar Pei's.
How do you get the dog smell out of a German shepherd?
One of the easiest ways to combat the smell is with regular brushing. Brush your dog at least once a day to remove dead hair and the oils caused by build up of dead hair that causes that all-too-familiar stank. Brushing your dog's hair is one of the simplest ways to get rid of that dog smell.