A lot of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes last year – according to Kennel Club the number of dog owners has climbed nearly eight percent – and demand for four-legged friends after the lockdown remains high.
There is a huge selection of 221 different purebred dog breeds to choose from, as well as plenty of crossbreeds, so there is a lot of thought to be done before selecting the latest addition to your family.
There’s even academic advice to seek out, with psychologist Stanley Coren’s book “The Intelligence of Dogs†categorizing breeds by instinct, obedience, and adaptability.
One thing to take into consideration is that some dogs tend to drool a lot more than others.
For some breeds, drooling can be a sign of underlying health issues requiring a visit to the vet, but for others, heavy drooling is only part of their genetic makeup.
So if the thought of a constant stream of saliva turns your stomach upside down, then these are the canine companions to avoid.
Here are the 10 dog breeds that drool the most, according to the American Kennel Club.
Also famous for their bravery in mountain rescues and their habit of producing large amounts of slime – this was the second attribute of the St. Bernard that was used with great comedic effect in the Beethoven film series.
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Another breed used to high altitudes, the Bernese Mountain Dog also tends to produce a lot of excess saliva. The higher the temperature, the more they drool – so expect lots of wet stains on the carpet during the summer especially.
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They may be one of the most placid and loving breeds of dogs out there, but the Basset Hound is not a breed for those of us who don’t like mess. Besides having a tendency to drool, these cute dogs also shed a lot of hair and skin.
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The Bloodhound is perhaps more famous for its remarkable sense of smell, but its flabby lips and drooping jowls mean its mouth simply cannot hold back saliva, causing its characteristic drool.
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