Top 10 Dog Breeds in US

There is no question the Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog breed in the US. In fact, Labs have held the top spot for 17 consecutive years. But would you think that Bulldogs would make it to the top 10?

Here is AKC’s annual list of the most popular breeds in America compiled from their 2007 registration figures.

1. Labrador Retriever
2. Yorkshire Terrier
3. German Shepherd Dog
4. Golden Retriever
5. Beagle
6. Boxer
7. Dachshund
8. Poodle
9. Shih Tzu
10. Bulldog

For the first time since 1935, the Bulldog has broken into the top ten. The AKC says that this breed has recently gained appeal to a very wide range of dog lovers. The Bulldog is both docile and adaptive, and can thrive in small or large homes. Even with the drooling and snoring it still made the top ten.

But how can this face only be number two? Read more about the AKC's top ten dog breeds, in the full article.