A canine breed just lately took over because the nation’s hottest — and holds onto its crown for a second straight yr.
French bulldogs rank No. 1 on a listing of high breeds registered with the American Kennel Club final yr, in line with outcomes printed Wednesday, March 20.
“Since overtaking the (lovable) Labrador retriever as the most popular breed, the French bulldog’s popularity has continued to surge,” the AKC wrote in a information launch.
Here are the opposite breeds that have been named the highest 5 most typical:
French bulldogs again topped the list after first breaking the Labrador retriever’s 31-year streak in 2022. And now, the Frenchie’s “surge in popularity shows no signs of slowing down,” Gina DiNardo, AKC govt secretary, stated within the information launch.
So, what could possibly be drawing house owners to French bulldogs?
“The breed is playful, adaptable and has an even temperament,” the AKC wrote. “Frenchies are very popular among city dwellers, as they’re also portable and get along with almost anyone.”
In an e mail, the AKC informed McClatchy News it created the checklist after finding out the 200 breeds that have been in its registry in 2023. The breeds rounding out the highest 10:
The French bulldog hasn’t ranked as the favourite on each checklist. In January, a U.S. News & World Report crew discovered Chihuahuas to be the “most beloved” dog breed within the nation, McClatchy News reported.
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