He exudes an air of both seriousness and endearment, charm and coziness.
Therefore, you might be surprised to hear that that lengthy schnoz is the result of centuries—if not millennia—of selective breeding.
Hunting was the primary purpose of breeding most long-nose dogs (Dachshunds excluded).
These dogs, which are classified as dolichocephalics (animals with noticeably longer heads than wide ones),
nowadays are likely as happy to cuddle up on the couch with you as they are to go hunting, though most do require exercise on a regular basis.
Let's examine these long-faced canines and find out why their owners adore them.
Look into local breed-specific rescue organizations; they may have purebred dogs looking for a good home if you're considering getting one of these long-nosed dogs.