Dogs generally have a very good sense of smell. However, there are some dog breeds whose sense of smell is much more developed. The sniffer dog can distinguish between up to 1 million different smells.
For comparison: a person can only perceive 10,000 smells.
In this article you will find out which dogs are among the most well-known breeds of sniffer dogs and which characteristics make each breed special.
For example, did you know that the number 14 is a popular sled dog in Scandinavia?
1. German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is a true, classic tracker dog. Because of his elongated nose, he has 220 million olfactory cells. Humans, on the other hand, only have 5 million olfactory cells.
This breed is characterized by its high obedience which is why they are often used as service dogs by the police or customs.
The German Shepherd is also ideal for families due to its calm and affectionate nature.
2. Labrador Retrievers
This sleuth is particularly affectionate, loyal and a very popular one family dog.
But the Labrador Retriever is not only a loyal soul, but also an excellent one tracker dog.
In the event of serious disasters such as avalanches, the Labrador is often the first choice when it comes to tracking down people.
3.Golden Retrievers
The Golden Retriever is a true one workhorse. Don’t be fooled by its cute looks.
Originally, the tracker breed comes from Great Britain. Because of his loyal nature, he is often referred to as guide dog educated.
fun fact:
The popular Goldie likes to spend his free time in the water.
4. Bloodhound
The Bloddhound is a Belgian breed of dog. The breed was originally bred for hunting, but is not very widespread. But he has one excellent nose and a lot of perseverance.
The tracker dog is particularly striking because of its unmistakable appearance. With his floppy ears and long wrinkled snout, he definitely has recognition value.
5. Beagles
The Beagle has its roots in England. There he was bred as a hunting dog to hunt small prey. Especially for them rabbit hunt the beagle is used.
The beagle is a popular dog breed. He is very active and playful, but should not be underestimated. He has his own will, which he would like to enforce.
6. dachshund
The dachshund becomes affectionate in England hot dog or called Wiener Dog. The reason for this is its interesting body shape with the short legs, the elongated body and the floppy ears.
In Germany, his home country, the dachshund will too dachshund called. Originally, the dog breed was bred for badger hunting.
The dachshund has always been a very popular dog breed.
7. Basset Hound
The Basset Hound is characterized by its muscular body and its long ears out of.
Despite its muscular build, the tracker breed is not particularly fast. However, he is very much for that persevering.
The Basset Hound is primarily used for tracking. It is a very docile breed, although sometimes a little stubborn can be.
8th. Bluetick Coonhound
The Bluetick Coonhound is a very young breed that originated in the United States. The goal was one hunting dog to breed raccoons.
The breed is very intelligent and willing to learn. Due to its excellent sense of smell, the Bluetick Coonhound is also used as a rescue dog.
This beagle is a very demanding race, which only belongs in experienced hands.
9. American Foxhound
The American Foxhound is only suitable for families to a limited extent, as it is very idiosyncratic is. As the name suggests, the breed originated in America. It is not very common in Europe.
The American Foxhound is more than just a pure hunting and search dog. Also as show dog he cuts a fine figure at exhibitions.
10 Redbone Coonhound
The Redbone Coonhound is a real bundle of energy. Due to his high endurance he is a great one mountain dog and also on the hunt he has some advantages due to his energy. There is no sign of tiredness.
Nonetheless, enjoy the nose also his rest periods and likes to cuddle with his two-legged owners on the sofa.
11. English Springer Spaniels
The English Springer Spaniel is a true all-rounder dog. Up until the 1970s, it was one of the most popular dog breeds in the world.
The English Springer Spaniel is also called scavenger dog designated.
The name is no coincidence. He has an extremely good sense of smell and works mainly as a Search, drug and therapy dog.
12. Harrier
The Harrier is one very old dog breed. The tracker dog appeared as early as the 13th century. The name is short for Hare Hound.
Translated the name means «rabbit hunt». He was also bred for this purpose.
This breed is a pack hunting dog. This means that he has priority in a group of dogs Track and track search pursues.
13. German Hound
The German Bracke is characterized by its calm and affectionate being which is why she is also a great family dog.
In addition, she has a very persistent nose and a excellent sense of direction.
Despite the affectionate nature, the German Hound is less suited to life in a city apartment.
The breed not only needs a lot a lot of exercise, but also tends to bark.
14 German shorthaired pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer is probably one of the most famous Jagd and sniffer dogs. His whole appearance already points to this character trait.
He is a very noble dog with a shapely physique.
So it is not surprising that he svery efficient is. His strengths lie in both short sprints and high endurance.
fun fact:
Since 1950 it has also been used as a sled dog in Scandinavia.
15 Malinois
From the outside, the Malinois resembles that German shepherd. In earlier times it was also bred as a shepherd dog. Over time, however, he turned into an extremely good tracker dog.
The breed is nowadays primarily considered service and sports dog deployed. In the field of service dogs, this breed is even the most common nowadays.
The Malinois is considered an extremely intelligent and sensitive dog that builds great trust in its owners.
16 Plot Hound
The Plott Hound is a very rare breed of dog. The breed was bred in America.
However, its origin is in Germany. The Plott family imported it from Germany and made it into one new line bred.
The sniffer dog has a high perception. He is a very independent dogwho still wants to be close to his owner.
17. English pointers
The English Pointer originated in Great Britain. He even served there royal court as a hunting dog. Contrary to what its name might suggest, however, its roots lie in Spain.
The race is considered a symbol of the perfect pointer. The pointing dog has the gift of silently pointing out game when hunting.
Significant for this are staying in one place and that Raising the paw.
18 Beagle Harrier
The Beagle Harrier is a cross between the Beagle and the Harrier. Already in 14th Century was bred in France.
At that time he was used especially by the upper class as a hunting and tracking dog. Its strength lies in the pack hunt. This makes him a very sociable dog that needs the company of other dogs.