Popular Dog Breeds: Just What Are The 10 Most Popular Breeds?

The Top 10 Dog Breeds

Choosing The Best Breed For You And Your Family

Have you ever wondered what some of the most popular Dog Breeds are?

Or perhaps you�re searching for a type of dog that�s family friendly, or maybe searching for information about the characteristics of a certain dog before you make your choice?

Well, what we�ve done on this page is to give you info about the most popular breeds of dogs�things like their history, temperament, dimensions and more.

The Top 10 Dog Breeds listed below have consistently been on the American Kennel Clubs list of the most popular types of dogs for some time now. Even though their perspective rankings might change slightly from year to year, the cream always rises to the top, and these dogs have proven their popularity year in and year out.

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Here's The Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds...

Labrador Retriever: Their easy trainability combined with their intelligence makes them one of the most powerful combinations as an excellent sporting dog, as well as a wonderful family pet.

Golden Retriever: This beautifully coated dog is very affectionate, has an excellent temperament and is easily trained. Quite possibly the perfect family pet, if you don�t mind a larger dog.

German Shepherd: While German Shepherds can and do make excellent family pets, they are happiest as working dogs, guide dogs or police dogs, so will do best when kept busy. They are beautiful in appearance and very intelligent.

Dachshund: These dogs are referred to as �wiener dogs� because of their unique elongated shape. A fearless dog for it�s size, it was originally bred to hunt badger.

Beagle: A hardy breed that isn�t prone to many ailments. It�s also a great family dog that has a gentle disposition, and it�s loud bark and howl is handy for warning owners of possible intruders.

Poodle: An excellent companion dog that is well known for it�s beautiful appearance. This is a hardy breed that can adapt to nearly any living condition. They are easy to train too!

Chihuahua: Without a doubt one of the smallest breeds around who has more bark than their bite, these little dogs definitely have a big dog attitude. An excellent pet for a couple with no children, older children or for someone single who is looking for a companion dog.

Rottweiler: These dogs are protective by nature, especially of those they bond with, and are fiercely loyal. This not only makes them excellent family pets, but good watch and guard dogs as well.

Yorkshire Terrier: The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect companion dog for a single person or for an elderly couple, as it usually doesn�t mind spending the majority of the day on its owner�s lap or somewhere nearby.

Boxer: Boxers are great family dogs as they are both loyal and affectionate and once taken into the family won�t want to be out of the owner�s sight. They are best suited for a home with a yard as they prefer being outside and are not an inside type dog.

More About Other Popular Dog Breeds...

Alaskan Malamute	Border Collie	Boston Terrier
English Bulldog	Great Dane	Mastiff
Pit Bull	Pomeranian	Pug
Shih Tzu	Siberian Husky

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Italian Greyhound
Italian greyhounds are really cuddly and passionate. They are great and warm to sleep by. Italian Greyhounds love to run around and love to sleep. They ...

Boston Terrier
Bostons are among the best breeds for people with children because of their non-aggressive demeanors. In general, Bostons will let a child paint their ...

Golden Doodle
A Golden Doodle is a hybrid breed of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Our Golden Doodle is VERY smart, VERY playful, and luckily for us, VERY easily trained....

Mutt
They live longer, less genetic disorders despite what some experts say and just their dare to be different outfits!!

Greyhound
Retired racing Greyhounds make wonderful family pets. Contrary to common belief, they require very little exercise, hence the nickname '40mph couch potatoes'...

St. Bernard
He is a lover boy, rules the hearts of females among dogs as he is the smartest of all. Lovable among the children and the most preferred dog pet. Hope ...

Westie-West Highland White Terrier
Because they are great companions. They think they are human and talk to you with their bark and looks, which are very expressive. It's like having a very ...

Cavalier king charles
They simply are the Kings dog and they know it to.
Loving, cute, small and proud, you are never sad when they are around.
A kiss and lick thats all ...

Miniature Schnauzer
They have a great personality, friendly and good with kids but they can also be very good watch dogs.

Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherds are incredible animals. They have unlimited amounts of energy and intelligence. My "Aussie" Copper is 4 years old and I'm constantly ...

Akita
Superb with children, gentle and yet protective in a non agressive manner. faithful to its family and very intelligent.

Labs and Bassets
Labs because I owned one for 14 yrs growing up and I adored her. And they are notoriously wonderful with kids and everything, great family dogs.
Bassets ...

Field Cocker Spaniel
They have a great temperament and are very good with children and everyone else in the family. They are very easily trained. Our dog does sit, paw, lie ...

Black Labrador Not rated yet
They are very loyal, I should know since I own one. Also, they are great with small kids, babies, and adults. They require a large yard or a park to play ...

Golden Retriever Not rated yet
Golden Retrievers are so nice and love to be played with. They are great with little kids and are so cuddly as puppies as well as adults. You just can'...

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Not rated yet
This toy breed is easy to train, great with young children, other pets and is a real family dog! Does not need lots of exercise and will love you to bits!...

Rat Terrier Not rated yet
They're loyal, they're always going to remember you. They are always there for you no matter what you've done bad. They grow to be your best friends. They'...

Beagles Not rated yet
Beagles are awesome. They are so cute and you can't say no to their pretty little face, and you've got to love their floppy ears! I have a beagle and she ...

American Pit Bull Terrier Not rated yet
We own two pit bulls. One who is almost 10 years old and one who is 10 months old. They are so loyal and loving. They are full of energy and eager to ...

German Shephard Not rated yet
This breed is my favorite because they are loyal, gentle loving of their family. I have had german shephards for over 15 years. My present dog - SHEEBA ...

Australian Shepherds Not rated yet
They are fast for agility and their colors are amazing!

Pembroke Welsh Corgi Not rated yet
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is one of the best dogs a person can own. They are loyal, protective, easy to train (with patience amongst the owner) and very ...

Labrador Retriever Not rated yet
I have had many dogs in my life which have all been a different breed. I loved all of them, but the dog I have now is a Chocolate Lab...she is wonderful!...

Mastiff Not rated yet
I would give my life for one of my kids...and so would my Mastiff. What more needs to be said?

Jack Russell Terrier Not rated yet
They are active dogs, and are easily trained. A hardy breed that isn�t prone to many ailments, they do well as an indoor pet as well as an outdoor pet....

Havanese Not rated yet
They make you laugh and they are small little lap dogs. They are a toy breed, but are very sturdy. They ALWAYS want to be with you, even into the bathroom!...

Rottweiler Not rated yet
Because they are so loving, will never leave you alone and are really good with other dogs even though they have a really bad reputation.

I got a rottweiler ...

Shetland Sheepdog Not rated yet
Shetland Sheepdogs are about medium size. They are energetic. They are very intelligiant. They are not to hard to care for. They are also, very good pets....

Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier Not rated yet
They love you unconditionally, and remain puppies throughout their lives. Their energy level never seems to subside.

Miniature Austrailian Shepard Not rated yet
They are the perfect size, not to big, not to small. Also, they don't shed! Great watchdogs, minus the barking. They also learn very fast and are very ...

Yorkshire Terrier Not rated yet
Would definitely have to say that our Yorkie's the best breed going.

I will say though that it is very protective of my wife, as she's the lucky one ...

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