According to a study by Fletch pet insurance, the Labrador retriever has reclaimed the top spot as America’s most popular dog breed. The chihuahua, last year’s frontrunner, has fallen to second place. Rounding out the top 10 most owned dog breeds are the golden retriever, American pit bull terrier, German shepherd, French bulldog, Goldendoodle, shih tzu, Yorkshire terrier, and dachshund. The analysis looked at over 3.5 years of data on the types of dogs owned across the United States. This ranking provides insights into the current canine preferences of American pet owners. (Newser)
Labrador Retriever Reclaims Top Spot As America’s Favorite Dog Breed
Aug 26, 2025 | 8:00 PM