Dogs are known as “man’s best friend,” which is why the world-wide dog population is currently at over 900 million! It seems that many countries around the world love their dogs just as much as we do in the United States. In fact, some countries even have dog-loving cultures that celebrate canine companionship in amazing ways. Check out our list of the top 10 dog loving countries in the world and the breeds they love the most! You might be surprised to find your favorite country and dog breed on the list.
What role do dogs play in society in these countries?
Dogs play various roles in dog-loving countries, including being companions, working animals, therapy and assistance dogs, search and rescue dogs, and police or military dogs. They bring joy and comfort to people’s lives, provide valuable services, and contribute to the overall well-being of society.
Top 5 Dog Breeds In the United States
- Retrievers (Labrador)
- French Bulldogs
- German Shepherd Dogs
- Retrievers (Golden)
- Bulldogs
Top 5 Dog Breeds In Brazil
- Pomeranian
- French Bulldog
- Shih Tzu
- Rottweiler
- Pug
Top 5 Dog Breeds In China
- Siberian Husky
- Chinese Field Dog
- Toy Poodle
- Corgi
- Shiba Inu
Top 5 Dog Breeds In Russia
- German Spitz
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Chihuahua
- German Shepherd
- Labrador Retriever
Top 5 Dog Breeds In Japan
- Toy Poodle
- Chihuahua
- Shiba Inu
- Miniature Dachshund
- Pomeranian
Top 5 Dog Breeds In Germany
- German Shepherd
- Dachshund
- German Wirehaired Pointer
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
Top 5 Dog Breeds In India
- Labrador Retriever
- Beagle
- Pug
- Golden Retriever
- German Shepherd
Top 4 Dog Breeds In Argentina
- Bull Terrier
- St. Bernard
- Poodle
- Shar Pei
Top 5 Dog Breeds In The United Kingdom
- Labrador Retriever
- French Bulldog
- Cocker Spaniel
- Dachshund
- Bulldog
Top 5 Dog Breeds In Spain
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Golden Retriever
- French Bulldog
- Yorkshire Terrier
Top 10 Dog Loving Countries Infographic
Most Popular Dog Breeds By State
- Akita- AK
- Australian Shepard- MT
- Bichon Frise- IA, VA
- Border Collie- ID
- Bulldog- GA
- Bullmastiff- MD, OR
- Cane Corso- DE
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel- MN
- Chihuahua- NM
- Dachshund- AL
- Doberman Pinscher- IN, KS, KY, NC, OH, TN, TX
- English Cocker Spaniel SC, UT
- French Bulldog- FL, IL, MA, NY, RI
- German Shepherd- WV
- German Shorthaired Pointer- ND
- Golden Retriever- NH, VT
- Great Dane- WI
- Labrador- ME
- Maltese- CA, NJ
- Newfoundland- MI
- Pembroke- Welsh Corgi WY
- Pomeranian- NV
- Poodle- AR
- Pug- AZ
- Rhodesian Ridgeback- CO
- Rottweiler- OK, PA, MO
- Shetland Sheepdog- SD
- Shiba Inu- HI
- Siberian Husky- CT, WA
- Soft-coated Wheaton Terrier- NE
- St. Bernard- LA
- Yorkshire Terrier- MS
Based on AKC Registrations of PURE BREED Dogs
