Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2022
The results are in! The American Kennel Club (AKC) have published their annual list of the most popular dog breeds for the previous year. 2022 is one for the history books, as there’s been a big change at the top spot! Read on to find out which were the most popular dog breeds of 2022 – let us know if you correctly predicted the new top dog!
Most Popular Dog Breed of 2022
2022 brought in a big change to the top of the AKC’s list. For 31 years, the Labrador Retriever has been considered the most popular dog breed in America, but no longer! The French Bulldog has overtaken Labradors to be number 1. And we know who'll be pleased about that...
Franco is extremely pleased to be top dog!
The French Bulldog was first recognized by the AKC in 1898 and has become extremely popular in recent years. This breed has slowly climbed up the most popular chart over the last 10 years, reaching the number 2 spot in 2021, before taking over the number 1 spot last year.
Small in size, easily adaptable and not requiring large amounts of exercise, we can see why they've become so popular. French bulldogs are one of the best breeds for apartment living and they're also a great breed for kids and families.
|
|
|
Without further ado, let’s take a look at the top 20 most popular breeds of 2022.
Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2022: Top 20 Chart
- French Bulldogs
- Labrador Retrievers
- Golden Retrievers
- German Shepherd Dogs
- Poodles
- Bulldogs
- Rottweilers
- Beagles
- Dachshunds
- German Shorthaired Pointers
- Pembroke Welsh Corgis
- Australian Shepherds
- Yorkshire Terriers
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
- Doberman Pinschers
- Boxers
- Miniature Schnauzers
- Cane Corso
- Great Danes
- Shih Tzu
For the full list of the most popular 199 dog breeds, visit the AKC’s website.
Did your favorite breed make the top 20? We love all dogs, no matter their breed, mutts included! Find Your Breed today and rep your favorite in style.
