According to the American Kennel Club's (AKC) list of most popular dog breeds in the United States, the top 10 most popular breeds are:
1. Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retrievers are a popular breed of dog known for their intelligence, friendly temperament, and versatility. They are often used as service dogs, search and rescue dogs, and as therapy dogs due to their calm and patient nature.
2. German Shepherd
German Shepherds are a popular breed of dog known for their intelligence, loyalty, and trainability. They are often used as working dogs, including as police dogs, search and rescue dogs, and as service dogs for people with disabilities.
3. Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are a popular breed of dog known for their friendly and outgoing personality, intelligence, and trainability. They are often used as service dogs, search and rescue dogs, and as therapy dogs due to their calm and patient nature.
4. Bulldog
Bulldogs are a popular breed of dog known for their friendly and docile temperament, muscular build, and distinctive appearance. They are often referred to as "English Bulldogs" to distinguish them from the American Bulldog, which is a separate breed.
5. Beagle
Beagles are a small to medium-sized breed of dog known for their friendly and energetic personality, sense of smell, and distinctive howl. They were originally bred for hunting small game, such as rabbits, and are still used for this purpose in some countries.
6. French Bulldog
French Bulldogs, also known as "Frenchies," are a small breed of dog known for their playful and affectionate personality, muscular build, and distinctive "bat" ears. They are a popular companion breed and are known for their adaptability to apartment living.
7. Poodle
Poodles are a popular breed of dog known for their intelligence, trainability, and distinctive appearance. They are often associated with the image of a pampered lap dog, but they are also used as working dogs, including as search and rescue dogs, service dogs, and therapy dogs.
8. Rottweiler
Rottweilers are a large breed of dog known for their intelligence, strength, and loyalty. They are often used as working dogs, including as police dogs, search and rescue dogs, and as service dogs for people with disabilities.
9. Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terriers, also known as "Yorkies," are a small breed of dog known for their intelligence, affectionate nature, and long, silky coat. They are a popular companion breed and are known for their adaptability to apartment living.
10. Boxer
Boxers are a medium to large breed of dog known for their intelligence, playfulness, and protective nature. They are often used as working dogs, including as police dogs, search and rescue dogs, and as service dogs for people with disabilities.
