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Would you be willing to smell dog breath for $1,000 an hour? If so, Spot & Tango has a job for you. If you’re “obsessed” with dogs (and who isn’t?), love doggie kisses (again, who doesn’t?), and aren’t turned off by a waft of pup breath (debatable), your next career awaits. Keep reading for the fun job listing that has dog lovers rethinking their career choices.
The New York-based dog food delivery service Spot & Tango, which specializes in personalized meal plans for dogs, posted two curious job listings for the ultimate dog enthusiast.
The dog food delivery service is in search of a dog breath sniffer who can sniff out the worst- and best-smelling dog breath according to a “funk-o-meter” evaluation. Applicants must be able to perform up-close dog breath assessments, take copious notes, and work with pup focus groups.
“Are you obsessed with dogs? Do you have a nose that can detect even the faintest hint of funk?” read the job description in hopes of sniffing out the right candidate.
Not sure if you’re an expert dog breath smeller? What about a dog kisser?
If you’ve ever been told you’re a good kisser, you may want to consider the brand’s opening for an official pup smoocher. Candidates must be able to rate and document dog kisses “with a professional rigor and personal enthusiasm.”
“If your friends describe you as ‘the one who always ends up with a dog on their lap,’ this role was made for you,” reads the description for dog kisser.
While the job openings may seem random, both positions support PupGum, the company’s breath-freshening dental chews.
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Spot & Tango’s Unusual Dog Jobs Highlight Pet Health Awareness
Most pet parents are fairly skilled at sussing out their pup’s breath, especially when it gets funky. Dog breath can sometimes smell foul or sour, but if cuddle time comes with a strong smell or excessive drooling, there might be something more going on.
If your pup’s teeth are yellow or brown, it might be a sign of tartar buildup, which can cause seriously stinky dog breath. This can also indicate gum disease, which often comes with a bad odor.
Dental disease and plaque or tartar buildup are the most common causes of canine bad breath. If that smell is consistent and persistent, it’s best to have your dog’s veterinarian check it out.
Bad breath in dogs is often more of a nuisance than a cause for concern, but if you’re well versed in spotting the difference, there’s a New York-based dog delivery service looking to hire you.
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This story was originally published by Parade Pets on Apr 13, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.