16 Super Cute Long-Nosed Dogs You'll Love

No matter whether they have short legs, curly tails, or blue tongues, we can’t help but love every unique feature dogs have—long noses included! Based on their ability to smell whenever we’re enjoying a snack for ourselves or knowing when we’re about to walk through the front door, it’s clear that all canines have an incredible sense of smell that’s far more superior to ours. Science aside, each long-nosed breed has their own one-of-a-kind characteristics and personalities that make each of them a special canine companion.

Here are 16 dogs with long noses bound to sniff out the scent that leads them right to your heart—and the treat jar.

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Afghan Hound

The Afghan hound is a stunning and striking breed who can be immediately recognized for their beautiful locks, signature snout, and long face. The epitome of beauty and grace, these majestic dogs were once humans’ hunting companions for centuries. Intelligent, confident, and independent, these dogs are also fast, agile athletes who love to run.

An Afghan hound requires two hours of daily exercise and will enjoy walking, running, hiking, and swimming. To put their natural instincts to best use, they also love activities like lure coursing. They must be in an enclosed area when playing and running since they’ll instinctively chase after small animals outside.

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Bloodhound

No doubt, the bloodhound has an adorably wrinkly face and low-hanging ears, but their long nose is truly outstanding. Active, social, and affectionate, bloodhounds make wonderful companions for the entire family and get along great with children and other pets. As pack dogs, these pooches love to lounge with their favorite humans and furry friends. And while they’re easygoing, they do require about two hours of exercise a day. Since they tend to go wherever a scent takes them, they should always be on a leash on walks and playing in a fenced-in yard. Bloodhounds will be especially keen on going out for runs, hikes, jogs, walks, as well as playing in the yard and participating in nose work games.

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Bull Terrier

A bull terrier’s triangular eyes, egg-shaped head, and adorably long snout will have anyone and everyone aww-ing upon first glance. Not to mention, their friendly, energetic, and clown-like personalities will steal your heart. Affectionately nicknamed "the kid in a dog suit" due to their high energy, entertaining, and extroverted ways, a bull terrier needs about an hour or two of exercise combined with engaging training or other forms of mental enrichment to prevent boredom (and any potential unwanted behaviors that result from it).

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Italian Greyhound

The Italian greyhound's snout is the size of their heart! These sociable, smaller greyhounds want nothing more than to be in your lap or simply in your presence. These dogs are wonderful little companions who also enjoy exerting their energy in the form of runs or walks (on-leash), indoor playtime with interactive toys, positive reinforcement training, or dog sports.

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Poodle

The poodle is a beloved breed known for their teddy bear-like looks and high energy and intelligence. While we recognize them by their curly coats, long snouts, and floppy ears, these features were functional and used to their benefit when developed for hunting waterfowl in Germany. These brainy athletes require plenty of opportunities to put their minds and bodies to work daily with activities like jogging, hiking, and swimming, consistent training sessions, and playtime with interactive dog toys. These pups are up for just about any job! With a low-shedding coat, poodles make great options for people with allergies. However, their coats will need to be groomed regularly to keep it free of mats.

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Borzoi

Also known as the Russian wolfhound, the borzoi is a gentle, large hound with a notably long nose. Just as much as they’re recognized for their distinctive snouts, they’re also known for their incredibly unsuspecting speed. While calm, quiet, and ever-so-dignified, these aristocratic athletes can run 35 to 40 miles per hour! Borzois are happy to go on long walks and play canine sports to stay physically and mentally fit.

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Airedale Terrier

A lovable, long snout. Teddy bear-colored coat. Pair of beautiful, brown eyes. Meet the Airedale terrier! These cute dogs have quite the personality. They're loyal, and intelligent, and affectionate (on their terms) but also bold, willful, and independent. While they may look like a lapdog, they're anything but. For a happy and healthy Airedale terrier, they'll need ample physical and mental stimulation daily. Airedale terriers enjoy any opportunity to put their natural athleticism and high intelligence to good use, whether through long walks, fun training sessions, or interactive dog toys.

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Dachshund (Doxie)

Short legs, floppy ears, and a long body with an adorable snout to match—that’s the dachshund, alright! Affectionately nicknamed wiener dogs, hot dogs, and doxies, these little dogs are popular and charming pets. If you’re looking for a pint-sized protector, look no further than the dachshund. While they may be small, they have big personalities.

These dogs are bold, energetic, and loving. Developed as hunting dogs in 17th century Germany, their name translates to “badger dogs,” dachshunds used their long snouts and short legs to dig and hunt small prey, like badgers, wild boar, hare, and foxes. Due to their hunting heritage, they have a high prey drive and require daily exercise with short walks, activities like fetch, and mental enrichment with puzzle games.

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Whippet

At a first glance, the whippet can easily be mistaken for the greyhound. After all, they both have long snouts, rose ears, and lean builds. And although they’re very similar, whippets are smaller in comparison and originated from England—unlike greyhounds, who originated from Egypt. Affectionate, playful, and friendly, whippets yearn for attention and affection from their favorite humans, making wonderful additions to families who spend much of their time at home. Like their parent breeds, whippets were born to run and hunt small game.

Fun fact: They’re the fastest dog of their size, reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour! These sighthounds thrive with daily exercise and always be on-leash and in a fenced-in area due to their high prey drive. To set them up for success, early socialization and training are essential.

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German Shepherd

Devoted, intelligent, and hard-working, the German shepherd is a versatile dog breed who makes an amazing companion, herding dog, and service dog. Among one of the most popular breeds, German shepherds are known for their black and tan coats, strong builds, long noses, and perfectly pointed ears. This breed was developed from old shepherd and farm dogs in Germany in 1899 as servants and companions. Not only do they crave lots of attention from their family, but they’re also incredibly athletic and intelligent. To be at their best, they need regular exercise (e.g. jogs, hikes, dog sports) and enrichment (e.g. chew toys, puzzle games, nosework).

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Pharaoh Hound

Pharaoh hounds are a striking breed with their large, pointy ears, lean build, and long snouts. Known as one of the oldest-recorded breeds, Pharaoh hounds were depicted in Egyptian artwork in 4400 B.C. and were later brought to the island of Malta to hunt rabbits. Friendly and sweet, this breed is an excellent family dog, as they can get along with dogs and even cats if socialized early on. However, households with pocket pets and birds may not be a suitable fit due to their high prey drive. To keep a Pharaoh hound happy and healthy, they’ll only need about half an hour of exercise daily, whether with dog sports, running in a fenced-in yard, or indoor play sessions and fun, engaging training sessions. They're bound to get so excited that they literally blush!

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Collie

The collie exudes happiness with their sweet smile, almond-shaped eyes, and slightly folded upright ears. And of course, their long nose adds to their adorable appearance. Friendly and playful, collies originated as herding dogs in Scotland thousands of years ago and became popular in the United Kingdom in the 19th century. They cherish being with their people and are attentive, vocal, and active. To keep them physically fit, they should get at least two hours of exercise daily with walks, jogs, hikes, or dog sports (e.g. agility and herding). They’ll also thrive with training due to their smart and eager-to-please nature.

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Ibizan Hound

The Ibizan hound has a long, lovable snout that's as distinctive as their amber eyes and large ears. A rare breed, these dogs are sweet and affectionate who require plenty of exercise and enrichment. If you're looking for a walking, running, or hiking partner, look no further than the Ibizan hound. Other fun activities for this breed include dog sports, training exercises, and puzzle toys. Like other sighthounds, it's important that they're kept on a leash or in a fenced-in yard to prevent them from chasing after small animals.

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Doberman Pinscher (Dobie)

The Doberman pinscher is a gentle breed whose devotion to their family nose no bounds. Developed to be companions and guard dogs, Dobermans are naturally sweet and fearless. Well-trained Dobies also make great therapy dogs, thanks to their docile and protective personality. They're also highly active and intelligent and require daily exercise, along with positive reinforcement training and socialization.

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Greyhound

Nicknamed the "40 mile-per-hour couch potato," the greyhound is just as happy to spend the day lounging beside you on the sofa as they are reaching high sprint speeds...that is, when they want to. Greyhounds are among some of the most iconic breeds with long snouts and are also known for their tall, slim stature, long, muscular legs, and smooth, short coat.

Due to their low body fat, they're sensitive to hot and cold weather, meaning they'll need to avoid being out in extreme heat and should wear a sweater or jacket if they're out in colder temperatures. While they love to run, they don't require extensive exercise and are happy to go for short walks and explore. Make sure to keep them on a leash since they have a strong predatory instinct.

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Saluki

Elegant and eye-catching, the saluki is one of the oldest dog breeds with a long history of being among Egyptian royalty’s most cherished canine companions. This breed is known for their long snouts, feathered ears, and slim builds. Developed as hunting dogs, Salukis are skilled sprinters who can reach up to 43 miles per hour! Considering their innate love for running, they should get ample exercise every day and will be thrilled to be your jogging or hiking buddy. However, like other hounds, they have a high prey drive and should always be kept on a leash, stay active in enclosed spaces, and only run freely in a large fenced-in yard.

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