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It’s a hat trick for America’s newest favorite breed! Today, the American Kennel Club announced that the French Bulldog is the most popular dog breed in the country for the third year in a row. These loveable lap dogs earned the top spot on the AKC’s annual survey of the most popular dog breeds in America. The AKC based their list on the number of registrations received in 2024.

Two years ago, the Frenchie pushed the Labrador Retriever to #2 spot, ending that breed’s remarkable 31-year run at #1. The playful Lab repeated in the runner up spot in 2024, and rounding out the 2024 top five are the Golden Retriever (#3), the German Shepherd (#4) and the Poodle (#5) – the same top 5 breeds as 2022 and 2023.

Here’s the full list of 2024’s top 10 most popular dog breeds, starring some adorable DogWatch Dogs from all across the country!

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What are the top trending dog names of 2025? We’ve dug into our data and discovered which dog names were the most popular among new DogWatch customers in the US and Canada from this past year. Check out our list below! Read post »

All dogs need exercise to promote both mental and physical health. However, most owners aren’t sure if their dogs get the right amount or even how much they need. The amount of exercise your dog requires can vary drastically depending on breed, age, weight, and even pre-existing conditions. A couple of laps in your neighborhood might be sufficient exercise for some four-legged family members, but some dogs require much, much more.

Here’s a run-down of 10 types of dogs and their specific exercise requirements.

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To kick off 2025, the American Kennel Club (AKC) announced that a new dog breed is joining their ranks this year – the Danish-Swedish Farmdog. Here are some facts about these beloved farm dogs and their fascinating history! Read post »