Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds

What are the most popular dog breeds in the US? Let’s take a look at the top 10 most popular breeds from a recent report by the American Kennel Club.

1. Labrador Retriever

Labradors are long-time favorites, holding the #1 spot as favorite dog breed for the past 23 years! They’re the longest reigning #1 dog breed in AKC history. Impressive stuff!

2. German Shepherd

3. Golden Retriever

4. Beagle

5. Bulldog

6. Yorkshire Terrier

7. Boxer

8. Poodle

9. Rottweiler

10. Dachshund

Popular Dog Breeds Over the Years

Let’s take a look at how the most popular dog breeds in the US have changed over the past decade.

The Big 3: Labs, Germans, and Goldens

It’s interesting to note that the top 3 most popular dog breeds are larger dogs – Labs, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers.

Most Popular Underdogs

Some dog breeds have rapidly increased in popularity over the past 10 years – Bulldogs were at #16 back in 2003, increasing to #5 in 2013. Well done Bulldogs!

French Bulldogs have even more impressive numbers, going all the way from #54 in 2003 to #11 in 2013! That’s a 323% increase in French Bulldog love! And really, is it any surprise?

Dobermans, Huskies, Great Danes, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Australian Shepherds have also climbed the rankings, moving up 10 spots or more over the past 10 years. Hurrah for the underdogs rising to the top!

If you liked this post, be sure to check out our Most Popular Dog Breeds in the USA Infographic. See America’s favorite canines!