Labrador Retriever is already America’s number one most popular dog breed since 1991. Despite reigning for more than 30 years, Labs still Not America’s most searched dog breed on Google.
That honor goes to their shorter, shorter cousin, the Bulldog. In fact, although they are popularly kept as pets, Labs are only the fourth most Google-researched breed by American dog lovers.
What are the top 10 most searched dog breeds in the country? And which dog breeds are of top interest to Googlers in each state?
USA Today report:
“Based on Google search data compiled over the past 5 years, Bulldogs are the most searched dog breed in the United States in all but 13 states: Alaska, Idaho, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Hampshire, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and West Virginia. Those states favor three other breeds: the Labrador Retriever, the Siberian Husky and the German Shepherd. “
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“Top 10 Largest Dog Breeds” in America
1. Bulldog
2. German Shepherd
3. Pit Bull
4. Labrador Retriever
5. Siberian Husky
6. Golden Retriever
7. Poodle
8. French Bulldog
9. Chihuahua
10. American Pitbull Terrier
Most popular dog breed in each state
According to Google trend data as of 2017, these are the preferred mice by state.
Alabama – Bull dog
Alaska – For Siberian huskies
Arizona – Bull dog
Arkansas – Bull dog
California – Bull dog
Colorado – Bull dog
Connecticut – Bull dog
Delaware – Bull dog
District of Columbia – Bull dog
Florida – Bull dog
Georgia – Bull dog
Hawaii – Bull dog
Idaho – Hound
Illinois – Bull dog
Indiana – Bull dog
Iowa – Bull dog
Kansas – Bull dog
Kentucky – German Shepherd
Louisiana – Bull dog
Maine – Hound
Maryland – Bull dog
Massachusetts – Bull dog
Michigan – Bull dog
Minnesota – Hound
Mississippi – Bull dog
Missouri – Bull dog
Montana – Hound
Nebraska – Bull dog
Nevada – Bull dog
New Hampshire – Hound
New shirt – Bull dog
New Mexico – Bull dog
New York – Bull dog
North Carolina – Bull dog
North Dakota – Hound
Ohio – Bull dog
Oklahoma – Bull dog
Oregon – Bull dog
Pennsylvania – Bull dog
Rhode Island – Bull dog
South Carolina – Bull dog
South Dakota – Hound
Tennessee – Bull dog
Texas – Bull dog
Utah – Bull dog
Vermont – Hound
Virginia – Bull dog
Washington – For Siberian huskies
West Virginia – German Shepherd
Wisconsin – Hound
Wyoming – Bull dog
Why is “Bulldogs” so popular?
Bulldogs dominate Google searches for dogs in the US, but is it all about aesthetics? Or perhaps their popularity in viral videos? While Americans love the term “Bulldog” on Google, the breed is only sixth on AKC’s 2021 most popular dog breeds list, ranking dogs based on owner registrations from the previous year. .
Based on similar data, the Bulldog’s close cousin, the French Bulldog, is a number two in the United States. Onert expert Gary Bachman is writing a book about Frenchie’s popularity in the 19th century and modern art. As a father of the French Bulldog, he says, “the breed appeals to those with a refined taste” and “their cheerful personality is well suited to city life.”
Frenchies are also hugely popular with celebrities, including Lady Gaga, Hugh Jackman, Madonna, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and the late Carrie Fisher.
Is it possible that American Googlers search for the French Bulldog version when they enter their search term?
Frenchies and their British cousins are undeniably adorable, smart, and fun, but before you hit Google to find your next pet, be sure to do your research. Bulldogs and other brachycephalic breeds prone to many painful — and costly — health problems. They are also some dog breeds most likely stolen.
