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America has a new king of kennels.
After 31 years, domestic top dog Not a Labrador Retriever. Instead, a new hound has taken the crown, according to the annual American Kennel Club Rankings. Rankings are based on the number of AKC registrations received per breed.
Below are the top varieties for 2022.
french bulldog
Popularity ranking of this breed: 1st place in 2022 (up from 2nd place in the previous year)
Over the years, the French Bulldog has risen in the rankings. After finishing 14th in 2012, it has steadily climbed to the top.
The number of French Bulldog registrations increased by 1,000% in that period. Gina Dinardo, executive secretary of the American Kennel Club, summed up her latest rankings:
“French bulldogs have skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years, and for good reason. The French are playful, adaptable, loyal and outgoing.”
labrador retriever
Popularity ranking of this breed: 2nd place in 2022 (down from 1st place in the previous year)
The American Kennel Club labrador retriever as “sweet face” and “adorable”.
This breed is known for being friendly and social. The Labrador Retriever is considered an excellent family dog.
golden retriever
Popularity ranking of this breed: 3rd place in 2022 (same month of the previous year)
golden retriever Versatile. According to the American Kennel Club, they are “serious about hunting, field work, guiding the blind, and search and rescue.”
Another great family dog, the AKC says Golden Retrievers are “sociable, trustworthy and want to please.”
rest of the top 10
Starting at #4, the rest of the most popular breeds for 2022 are:
- german shepherd
- poodle
- bulldog
- rottweiler
- beagle
- Dachshund
- german short hair pointer