12 Dog Breeds That Do Not Drool — our top picks
Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)
World's smallest dog breed with huge personality. Alert, confident, and devoted to their family despite their tiny size.
Whippet
Medium-sized sighthound, gentle and quiet indoors. Perfect balance of athleticism and calm companionship.
Basenji
Barkless African hunting dog with cat-like cleanliness. Independent, intelligent, and unique.
Italian Greyhound
Smallest sighthound with elegant appearance. Affectionate, gentle toy breed with moderate exercise needs.
Rat Terrier
American farm terrier in multiple sizes. Intelligent, energetic, and excellent vermin hunter.
American Hairless Terrier
Hairless American terrier breed. Alert, curious, and excellent for people with allergies.
Cirneco dell Etna
Ancient Sicilian sighthound built for endurance. Hardy and independent hunting dog.
Ibizan Hound
Spanish island breed with large ears and athletic build. Clean, quiet, and excellent jumper.
Manchester Terrier
Sleek black and tan terrier with elegant appearance. Alert, intelligent, and excellent companion.
Podenco Ibicenco
Ancient Mediterranean sighthound from Ibiza. Elegant and athletic rabbit hunting dog.
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Short-legged American terrier. Hardy, intelligent, and excellent family companion with strong hunting instincts.
Azawakh
West African sighthound with elegant, lean build. Independent, loyal to family, but aloof with strangers.
How this ranking works: each of DoggyQ's 343 breeds is scored on the traits that matter most for this lifestyle — energy, size, temperament, grooming and trainability — using our vet-reviewed breed database. Read more about our methodology, or take the free quiz for a ranking personalised to you.
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Find your perfect matchFrequently asked questions
- Which dog breeds do not drool?
- Based on temperament and care needs, the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) ranks as the top choice for owners who cannot live with slobber, followed by the Whippet and Basenji.
- How was this list of dogs for owners who cannot live with slobber chosen?
- Each breed is scored on the traits that matter most for owners who cannot live with slobber — such as energy, size, grooming and temperament — using DoggyQ's breed database. For a recommendation tailored to your exact situation, take the free quiz.