Dog Breeds/Traits

It’s another year at the top for America’s favorite lap dog! Today, the American Kennel Club announced that the French Bulldog is the most popular dog breed in the country for the fourth year in a row. These loveable pups 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 2025.

Three 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 2025, while the Dachshund rose to the #5 spot, unseating the perennially popular Poodle (#6) from the top 5.

Here’s the full list of 2025’s top 10 most popular dog breeds, starring some adorable DogWatch Dogs from all across the country!

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In January 2026, the American Kennel Club (AKC) announced that three new dog breeds are joining their ranks this year. These unique dogs include a curly-coated toy breed, a presidential terrier, and a regal hound. Here are some fascinating facts about these three newly recognized breeds! Read post »

Summer is winding down, the mornings are getting a little cooler, and September is right around the corner. The back-to-school season is an exciting time full of new teachers, new friends, and new possibilities. It also means changes for your four-legged family members.

Changes to your pet’s daily schedule can cause abnormal behavior, new habits, and even depression. Getting your kids ready for school may already be a handful, but don’t forget to prepare your canine and feline family members as well!

Here are FIVE ways to help your pets transition into the fall season.

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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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