Labrador Retriever Reigns As Most Popular Dog In Houston

NEW YORK, March 28, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Houston's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC^®) 2017 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

The Labrador Retriever was also recognized as the top dog in multiple cities, including Denver, Boston, and Atlanta.

Although the Lab came out on top, the Bulldog held steady in 2^nd place.  The French Bulldog stole 3^rd place from the German Shepherd Dog, who slipped down to 4^th place this year.  Meanwhile the Golden Retriever maintained its 5^th place, rounding out the top five breeds of the year.

"The Lab is definitely a favorite in Houston, but it's clear that people can't resist the loveable traits of the Bulldog and French Bulldog," said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo.  "Keep an eye on the German Shepherd Dog, who may compete for 3rd place with the Frenchie next year as its done in the past."

Houston's top 5 breeds for 2017:

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

The AKC also announced its nationwide rankings today in a press conference at its New York City headquarters.  The intelligent, family friendly Labrador Retriever firmly holds on to the number one spot on the most popular list for a record-breaking 27^th consecutive year.

While the Labrador Retriever remains a constant at the top of the charts, the big mover and shaker in 2017 was the French Bulldog.  The easygoing, playful, adaptable Frenchie not only jumped two spots to number four, it knocked the Beagle out of the top five for the first time since 1998.

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