Explore The Most Popular Dog Breeds And Find The Right Dog Breed For You

Enthusiasm for the most popular breeds of today waxes and wanes, popularity like everything can be a fickle thing, fads and passing trends cause us to look back in horror at the fashion crimes of our youth, popularity for dog breeds can be a similar thing.

The most popular breeds of the past have been very different to those we prefer today. According to AKC statistics, between 1905-55 The Boston Terrier was consistently in the top two spots.

American Cocker Spaniels took over as The USA’s overall favourite between 1936-52, before being usurped by the Beagle.

The Beagle remained top dog until being ousted in 1959 by the Poodle who reigned supreme for over 20 years. In 1982 the American Cocker regained the crown, but From 1991 onwards Labrador Retrievers have by a country mile been the most popular breeds around.

Popular culture also plays its part influencing breed popularity; the film career of Rin-Tin-Tin caused German Shepherds to displace the Boston Terrier in 1925 as top dog.

There was also a perceptible surge of popularity for Dalmatians coinciding with Walt Disney’s Film 101 Dalmatians, not to mention the eternal appeal of the Collie after ‘Lassie Come Home’.

I wonder how long before Chihuahuas are in the most popular breeds list as a result of Paris Hilton’s well publicised ownership of the breed.

What's Your Favourite Dog Breed?

Ok so the world loves a Labrador but do you ?
perhaps all that slobbery panting and clumsiness is'nt your thing .

Maybe you love the refined chic of the silky Shih Tzu,or the sweet gentle softness of a spaniel.

"PAF! to your soft and sweet, give me a dog with big jaws that will protect my house when i'm out" I hear the German Shepherd lovers cry.

What ever Your favourite is we want to hear about it. We will will start our own unofficial most popular list, maybe your favourite isnt even in the top 10.
Tell us why it should be.

We want your stories and photos so that other visitors to the site can see what you think and why you love your breed.

To add some incentive we will have a monthly
"Popular Dog Of The Month Competition"

Voted by you the visitors with the monthly winner having their proud dog's picture displayed prominently on this page for all the world to see.

Join in the fun! Your Best Dog Needs You

What Other Visitors Have Said

Von Rebel and Von Vixxen my two Rottweilers
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I have two of the most loyal companions that ever you will meet.

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The Irish Setter is, in my opinion, the most beautiful dog there is. Long flowing red hair, elegant stance they've got it all.

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I love Jack Russells, they are SUCH great characters.

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Smart, handsome, affectionate and have been known quite often to reach 20 yrs of age, i think we have a winner!
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Scottish Terriers Not rated yet
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german shepherd Not rated yet
My 4 German Shepherds were amazing on every level! But I think how they changed they're behaviour around pregnant mums was astonishing. Tail wagging changed ...

Shetland Sheepdogs Not rated yet
They are so sweet and sensitive and yet protective too! Love their personality!

springer spaniel Not rated yet
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Rottweilers are my favorite breed, but they're not for everyone! Not rated yet
The Rottweiler is my favorite dog breed!

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