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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 »

You love gardening. You love dogs. Gardening plus dogs, however, is not always a winning combination. In addition to our 8-step Dog-Friendly Gardening Checklist, we’ve compiled a list of pet-safe plants for your spring garden, and some plants to avoid. Check it out, and share photos of your garden and your dogs on our Facebook page!  Read post »

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 »