The Golden Retriever Remains Boston's Most Popular Breed

NEW YORK, March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Once again, the Golden Retriever took Boston's number one spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC^®) 2020 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

The Golden Retriever was also recognized as the #1 pup in Charlotte and Cincinnati.

Although the Golden Retriever and Labrador Retriever steadily hold the top two spots, the Frenchie is slowly inching its way up. Last year, the German Shepherd Dog held 3^rd place, but was knocked down to 4^th this year by the French Bulldog. Another shift occurred with the Pembroke Welsh Corgi moving up one spot from last year and knocking down the Australian Shepherd from 5th to 6th place.  

"It's clear Boston loves the Golden Retriever, but what's fascinating is that the top 10 had a big shift from last year" said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo. "The Bulldog leapt to 8^th place from 20^th place and the Bernese Mountain Dog came in at #9, jumping 8 spots from last year." She adds, "It will be interesting to see if the Bulldog manages to break into the top five next year."

Boston's top 5 breeds for 2020:

1. Golden Retrievers
2. Labrador Retrievers
3. French Bulldogs
4. German Shepherd Dogs
5. Pembroke Welsh Corgis

* Registration data pulled from Boston's zip codes as specified by U.S. Postal Service

The AKC also announced its nationwide rankings today at the AKC Museum of the Dog in NYC. The Labrador Retriever celebrates a milestone!  The loveable Lab remains the number one most popular breed in the United States for the 30^th year.

While the Lab holds firmly to the top spot, the French Bulldog has continued to skyrocket in popularity. The Frenchie landed at number two in 2020, knocking the German Shepherd Dog down to third. The German Shepherd Dog had been the second most popular dog breed since 2009.

Most Popular Breeds Nationwide 2020

1. Labrador Retriever
2. French Bulldog  
3. German Shepherd Dog
4. Golden Retriever
5. Bulldog

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