Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in the World [2022]

Dogs are the closest friend of humans from an early age. They are one of the most honest domestic animal and gentle creatures in this world. They are carnivore animals that belong to the Canidae family.

Dogs also have different types of breeds. There are a total of 360 breeds of dogs recognized in this world till now. Their breeds are classified according to their specific characteristics, body size and appearance, and ability of their work.

Different breeds of dogs have different types of capability for doing certain tasks. Somehow you may have also seen some of the below breed in movies too as a movie stars.

However, most people brought dogs due to their friendly, faithful companion nature and protectiveness towards their prospective owners.

Among all breeds of dogs, few of the breeds of dogs are more popular among people. Today, we are going to discuss the list of the most popular dog breeds 2022.  

Here is the list of the top 10 most popular dog breeds in the world 2022:

10. German Shorthaired Pointer

German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium to large size dog breed which was developed for hunting in the nineteenth century in Germany and was popular too much those days.

It is the versatile hunting breed of the dog that can be used for other purposes and is also suitable for both land and water. The common nicknames of these dogs are GSP and DK. 

The color of these dogs can be dark brown with some light brown colors or black colors. They are streamlined but powerful with strong legs.

They come with long floppy ears. They also have high intelligence and a strong sense of smell. The breed of dog is easy to groom and take care of it.

You need to brush them regularly along with a bath and ears should be checked and cleaned regularly along their feet to maintain hygiene.

9. Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier is one of the smallest terrier breed dog similar to that of Border Terrier. This breed of dog was developed in Yorkshire, England in the 19th century.

The weight of these dogs is about 3.2 Kg (7 Pounds). This breed of dogs has an average height of 8 to 9 inches. 

Yorkshire Terrier has an average life span of 12 to 15 years. These dogs are energetic and playful. Most people brought this pet because of the playful nature of this breed of dogs.

The dogs of this breed have straight, silky, fine, and glossy hair. They are generally dark grey or black in color. 

8. Rottweiler

Rottweiler is one of the oldest breeds of dogs and also known as a breed of domestic dogs.

These dogs are medium to large in size and their main use is to herd livestock and also used to pull carts. They are also used for meat in the market but nowadays, they are mostly used for narcotics detector, search, guard dogs, rescue dogs, and police dogs. 

The life span of these dogs is about 8-10 years. The average weight of these dogs is 50-60 kg for males and 35-48kg for female dogs along with an average height of about 61-69 cm for males and 56-63 for females.

The dogs are generally found in Black, tan, and mahogany. They are relatively healthier and disease-free breeds as compared to other breeds of dogs. 

7. Poodle

 

A poodle is the kind of dog breeds that has three varieties. The three varieties of this breed are Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle.

Poodle are considered as the second most intelligent breeds after the Border Collie. The origin of this breed of dogs is still disputed between Germany and France.

They are skillful in many dog sports and in others many activities. These dogs have oval and very dark eyes and ears are folded over close to the head. The coat of these dogs is naturally curly and dense.

The sizes of these dogs are found in different varieties and heights among varieties of dogs in this breed vary from country to country.  

6. Beagle

Beagle is one of the small size breeds of a dog whose appearance is very much similar to the larger foxhound. The origin of this breed of dogs is not known.

This breed of dogs are intelligent and have a great sense of smell. These dogs are superior in tracking instincts. The modern breed of these dogs was developed in England around the 18300s. 

The life span of this breed of dogs is about 12 to 15 years. They are the primary breed of dogs used for the detection of prohibited agricultural imports and foodstuffs.

The weight of this breed of dogs is about 10 to 11.3 kg for male dogs and 9.1 to 10.4 kg for females. The height of these breeds of dogs is about 13-16 inches.

The coat of these dogs is a short-haired, hard coat of tricolor or white in combination with black and tan/black color in medium length.   

5. Bulldog

Bulldogs are a medium-sized breed of dogs. They are also known as British Bulldog or English Bulldog .

These are the muscular, hefty dog with a wrinkled face with a distinctive pushed-in nose. They are one of the most popular dog breeds all over the world.

This breed of dogs originates from England. In the past, these dogs are also used for bull-baiting from which its name was generated as Bulldogs.

Bulldogs have wide heads and have thick folds of skin in the brow. The coats of these dogs are short, flat, and sleek in red, fawn, white, brindle, and piebald color.

The average of this breed of dogs is generally 25 kg for males and 23 Kg for females. Bulldogs are recognized as the best family pets because of their nature to form great and strong bonds with the children.   

4. French Bulldog

French Bulldogs are very similar to the Bulldogs and this breed is achieved from the result of a cross between Toy Bulldogs and local ratters. This popular breed of dog originated from France.

The other name of this breed is Bouledogue français and the common nickname is Frenchies. These breeds of dogs are one of the most rated breeds of dogs all over the world. 

This breed of dog is stocky and compact with a friendly, mild-mannered temperament nature. The life span of these dogs is about 11 to 13 years.

These breeds of dogs have only a single short coat. This breed of dogs also required regular nail trimmings, daily brushing ,clear cleaning, and occasional bathing.

3. Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever is a medium to large hunting dog breeds. This breed of dog is originated in the mid-nineteenth century in Scotland. But in the twentieth century, it becomes the most popular dog that everyone wants in their houses.

The name ‘retriever’ means and refers to the ability to retrieve shot game undamaged due to the soft mouth of this breed. This breed has a love of water and they are easy to train. 

The life span of these breeds of dogs is generally 10 -12 years on average. These breeds of dogs have silky coat along with long and dense which provides adequate warmth to the body of dogs.

The average weight of this dog breed is about 29 to 34 kg for males and 25 to 29 kg for females. The color of this breed is mostly shades of gold or cream color.

2. German Shepherd

German Shepherd is a medium to large size working dog breed which is also known as Alsatian Wolf Dog. They are also considered as herding breed.

This breed of dogs are mainly originated from Germany. But nowadays it can be found all over the world with different variety such as American Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, Anatolian Shepherd, etc.

The looks of these dog breeds look like wolves. These dogs are preferred for many types of work including search and rescue, disability assistance, and police or military roles.

The average lifespan of a German Shepherd is about 9 to 13 years. The average weight of this dog breed is 30 to 40 kg for make and 22 to 32 kg for females and the height is about 60 to 65 cm for males and 55 to 60 for females.

The bread has double coat hair in different colors. Generally, they are found in tan with a black saddle, sable, solid black, or bi- color.

1. Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever is a medium to large-sized hunting breed of dog. This is one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world and this popular breed originates from the United Kingdom in the 1830s. It is also considered as the most popular dog breeds in the US.

This breed is also known as Lab or Labrador. It is mainly used for disability assistance in many countries. They are also used for performing screening and detection work for official agencies.

The average weight of a Labrador is about 29 to 36 kg for males and 25 to 32 kg for females. The coat of this dog is short and dense and is water-resistant.

The head of these breeds of dogs are broad and have slightly pronounced eyebrows. The body of this dog has a powerful and muscular build. These breeds of dogs are generally found in black, yellow, and chocolate color.

Final Words

Hope! You get the essential info about the most popular dog breeds in the world and their characters after reading this article. These are the famous and most loved dogs breed from all over the world which has influence their breed popularity throughout the world.

The information above are provided with a lot of research and comparison among different article of popular sites such as American Kennel Club. So feel free about that.

At last which breeds you like the most? And which breeds of dogs, you want to buy as a pet in the future? Leave comments in the comment box. Hope! You enjoyed this article. Have a nice day!

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