French bulldog most popular dog breed of 2022, dethroning the Labrador retriever as longtime favorite

According to the American Kennel Club, the French bulldog has ended the Labrador retriever’s 31-year reign as the most popular dog breed in the United States.

AKC List There is a new top dog in the most popular dog breeds of 2022, with the French bulldog slowly increasing in popularity over the past decade. The group bases its ranking on the number of registrations in its purebred registry.

In 2012, the small breed with the signature “bat ear” ranked No. 14 on the AKC list, and has since seen a 1,000% increase in registrations.

The AKC said the breed, affectionately known as the Frenchie, has become a favorite because of its small size and friendly nature – qualities that make them suitable for owners living in apartments or small residences. Makes

“The Frenchie is a smart, compact breed, and can fit into a variety of lifestyles, suitable for people all over the country,” the AKC said. “This little dog was first recognized by the AKC in 1898; it is beloved by everyone from families to single owners for its charming and approachable nature.”

Coming in at No. 2 on the latest list is the ever-popular Labrador Retriever. The top 10 includes Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Poodle, Bulldog, Rottweiler, Beagle, Dachshund and German Shorthair Pointer.

The American Kennel Club also revealed the least popular dog breeds based on 2022 purebred registrations. At the bottom of the list of 199 breeds were Sloggis, Norwegian Lundhounds, and at last the English Foxhounds.