Top 5 Messiest Dog Breeds (And How to Survive the Slobber)

If you’ve ever been hit by a flying string of drool or wiped a mysterious wet patch off your pants after cuddling your dog — you’re not alone. Some dog breeds are simply messier than others, especially when it comes to dog slobber. Whether it’s after meals, during excitement, or just a normal Tuesday, these dogs can turn your home into a drool zone.

Here are the top 5 messiest dog breeds and some dog care tips to help keep your home (and clothes!) a little cleaner.

1. Bulldogs (English, French, and American)

Bulldogs are lovable couch potatoes with squishy faces and sweet personalities. On the other hand, all those adorable wrinkles and their short snouts can lead to major messes. Bulldogs tend to drool when they’re excited, tired, or just done drinking water. Their facial folds also trap moisture and food, which can get smelly fast.

2. St. Bernards

St. Bernards are gentle giants with kind eyes and buckets of drool. Bred for rescue work in snowy mountains, they have huge jowls that are always dripping. You’ll often find slobber hanging from their mouths or slung across the furniture — especially after a meal or nap.

3. Mastiffs

Mastiffs are loyal and loving family dogs, but when it comes to drool, they’re champions. These massive pups have loose lips and oversized jowls that simply can’t hold all their saliva. You’ll find puddles on your floor, wet spots on your couch, and strings of drool on your clothes if you’re not careful.

4. Bloodhounds

Known for their incredible sense of smell, Bloodhounds also have one of the messiest faces in the dog world. Their long ears and wrinkly skin trap food, water, and drool. These hounds are affectionate, but don’t expect to get out of snuggle time without some slime.

5. Great Danes

Great Danes may look elegant, but they’re drool factories in disguise. With giant heads and floppy lips, their slobber often drips constantly — especially after drinking or eating. They’re also known for shaking their heads and sending drool flying across the room.

What Causes Excessive Slobber in Dogs?

Drooling is totally normal for these dog breeds, but some things can make it worse. Warm weather, excitement, and physical activity can all increase saliva production. Dogs with short snouts (like Bulldogs) or loose jowls (like Mastiffs and St. Bernards) have less control over where their drool goes. Eating and drinking are big triggers too, especially if your dog eats fast or drinks a lot of water in one go. Even stress or dental issues can cause more drool than usual.

How to Help

If you live with one of these slobber-prone pups, the Squishface Slobber Towel is your new best friend. This premium cotton towel is specially made to trap and absorb slobber quickly, keeping your home, clothes, and car drier and fresher.

Here’s why it works so well:

• Absorbs drool fast with soft, durable cotton

• Lightweight and portable — use it at home, in the car, or on walks

• Reusable and washable — no more waste from paper towels or wipes

• Perfect for cleanup after eating, drinking, or messy cuddles

• Great for grooming touch-ups and keeping your dog’s jowls fresh

For best results, wipe your dog’s mouth, jowls, or fur as needed, toss the towel in the wash when dirty, and reuse daily. Keep multiple towels around your home so you’re always ready — especially during mealtimes or car rides.

The Bottom Line:

Living with a drooly dog can be messy, but it’s totally manageable with the right tools and a little preparation. With smart dog care tips and grooming habits, you can enjoy the love and loyalty of these big, slobbery breeds — without all the chaos. The Squishface Slobber Towel is an easy, eco-friendly way to keep the mess under control and make life with your slobbery dog a lot more comfortable.