THE 20 MOST POPULAR DOG BREEDS IN THE UK FOR 2020

Source: Country Living (Extract)
Posted: July 3, 2020

Is your favourite on there?

The 20 most popular dog breeds in the UK in 2020 have been revealed as part of Rover’s annual research — and mixed breed pups have taken the top spot.

From mixed breeds to purebreds, the team at Rover analysed their database of over 20,000 pet owners to learn more about the UK’s favourite breeds. While mixed breeds were crowned the most popular, the research also found that Labrador Retrievers and Cocker Spaniels are also rising stars.

Speaking about mixed breed dogs, a spokesperson for Rover explains why they are so popular. “Often hardy and always unique, mixed breed dogs continually top lists of the most popular dog types in the UK. There’s a mixed pup out there for just about everyone!”

Thea Mathias, pet trends expert, also adds: “These days we’re more likely to think of dogs as family members than pets. We confide in our pets, snuggle with our pets and exercise with our pets. Fortunately, there’s a dog out there for everyone, whether you’re looking for a companion for yourself, your family, or for your other pets.”

Considering adopting a dog? Take a look at the full findings below…

20 most popular dog breeds for 2020:

  1. Mixed breed
  2. Labrador retriever
  3. Cocker spaniel
  4. Jack Russell terrier
  5. Staffordshire bull terrier
  6. Cockapoo
  7. French bulldog
  8. Border collie
  9. Shih Tzu
  10. Chihuahua
  11. Dachshund
  12. German shepherd
  13. Golden retriever
  14. Yorkshire terrier
  15. English springer spaniel
  16. Pug
  17. Cavalier king Charles spaniel
  18. Beagle
  19. West highland white terrier
  20. Bichon frise