Popular Dog Breeds In Russia And The World - Photos, Names, Descriptions

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 12:53

Ranking of the most popular dogs in 2019

It is interesting to observe the popularity ratings of dog breeds. Leaders change every year. And by who this time entered the top ten of this or that country, you can understand exactly what requirements have become important for a person when choosing a pet. According to the rating, you can also track the "dog trends", because the popularity is largely influenced by the star status of the animal - which celebrities decided to get such a dog, videos and photos with which dogs became popular this year, etc.

Content

• 1 What breeds of dogs can be considered popular
• Table 2: the most popular small dog breeds in 2019

• 3 Description of popular small dogs

  • 3.1 German Spitz
  • 3.2 Chihuahua
  • 3.3 Yorkshire Terrier
  • 3.4 Jack Russell Terrier
  • 3.5 Welsh Corgi
  • 3.6 French Bulldog
  • 3.7 Pug
  • 3.8 Dachshund
  • 3.9 Toy Terrier
  • 3.10 English Cocker Spaniel
  • 3.11 Shih Tzu
  • 3.12 Miniature Schnauzer
  • 3.13 Beagle
  • 3.14 Miniature Poodle
  • 3.15 English Bulldog
• Table 4: the most popular large dog breeds in 2019

• 5 Description of popular large dogs

  • 5.1 German Shepherd
  • 5.2 Labrador Retriever
  • 5.3 Central Asian Shepherd Dog
  • 5.4 Siberian husky
  • 5.5 Shar Pei
  • 5.6 Doberman
  • 5.7 Golden Retrievers
  • 5.8 Rottweiler
  • 5.9 King Poodle
  • 5.10 Boxer
  • 5.11 Collie
  • 5.12 Great Dane
  • 5.13 Australian Shepherd
  • 5.14 German Shorthaired Pointers
  • 5.15 Chow Chow

What breeds of dogs can be considered popular

The concept of the popularity of a dog breed is a completely objective concept. It is built from several indicators:

• What breeds of puppies were bought the most during the period under review.
• What breeds of dogs are the most in Russia and the world (this indicator differs from the first in that not all pets are bought - people still breed them themselves or receive them as a gift).
• Dogs of which breeds were presented in large numbers at prestigious exhibitions.
• What breeds of dogs are now in the "zone of special attention" (they write about them in the media, because their owners are popular; videos and photos depicting these animals are gaining millions of views on social networks).

All these indicators are interrelated. For example, if a representative of a certain breed received the title of "Most Beautiful Dog of the Year" at the competition, then with a high probability these will lead to an increase in sales of puppies of the same breed. Also with the stars - as soon as some famous actor or singer gets a pet for himself, so immediately the army of his fans is trying to get the same dog.

Different dogs have been popular in different decades - this infographic shows how the leadership of breeds in the USA has changed according to the American Kennel Club.

The ratings in this article were compiled on the basis of data from statistical studies and surveys published in 2019 by various information bureaus, agencies and specialized dog training centers in Russia and the world. For example, information from:

• Research by the Russian Cynological Federation on the number of dogs of different breeds purchased from breeders.
• Statistics from the All-Russian Unified Pedigree Book of the RKF.
• The American Kennel Club's Annual Report of the Most Recorded Dog Breeds in the United States.
• The rating of the canine organization "Premier" on the number of representatives of different breeds participating in 2019 in exhibitions and competitions in Russia.
• A poll by the ITV channel (10 thousand people took part in it) about which breeds are considered the most popular in Europe (data voiced in the documentary Favorite Dogs).
• Research by Highland Canine Training, which analyzed the statistics of search queries on the Internet and found out which breeds were most often interested in people around the world in 2019.

Table: the most popular small dog breeds in 2019

A place	Russia	USA	Europe
1 place	German spitz	French Bulldog	English bulldog
2nd place	Chihuahua	English bulldog	Pug
3rd place	Yorkshire Terrier	Yorkshire Terrier	Chihuahua
4th place	Jack Russell Terrier	Beagle	French Bulldog
5th place	Welsh corgi	Miniature poodle	German spitz
6th place	French Bulldog	Dachshund	Yorkshire Terrier
7th place	Pug	Welsh corgi	Welsh corgi
8th place	Dachshund	Pygmy schnauzer	Cocker Spaniel
9th place	Toy Terrier	German spitz	Beagle
10th place	Cocker Spaniel	Shih tzu	Dachshund

Description of popular small dogs

The popularity of small dogs has increased primarily in large cities - residents of megalopolises are actively buying puppies of Spitz, Chihuahuas, terriers, pugs, corgi. This year (in comparison with the previous year) the number of miniature dogs throughout Russia increased by 1%, and in Moscow and St. Petersburg the increase was 13% (according to the research agency Kantar TNS). The situation is similar in other countries. The fact that small dogs are gaining popularity in metropolitan areas is understandable - people are busy, they don't have the opportunity to walk with their pets for a long time, and crumbs require a minimum of time for street promenades. In addition, keeping small pets in city apartments is much more convenient and safer than a huge mastiff or a shepherd dog.

German spitz

The German Spitz has become the most popular dog in Russia for two years in a row. According to the Russian Cynological Federation, 38 thousand puppies of this breed were born in our country in 2019. Dogs are valued for the fact that they have good health, balanced character. Spitz are also easy to keep and train.

The size of the Spitz is small, but thanks to their sensitive hearing and ringing bark, they can become excellent guards (they will not protect, but will warn the owner of the threat)

Chihuahua

Many celebrities have Chihuahuas. This affects the distribution of the breed - people want to be like their idols and also have such pets. For example, Demi Moore, Pamela Anderson, Scarlett Johansson, Britney Spears, Adrien Brody, Salma Hayek, Madonna have Chihuahuas. By the way, one of the most famous dog lovers of this breed was Marilyn Monroe.

Many girls who want to look like sophisticated divas like Marilyn Monroe get themselves such tiny dogs.

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkies a couple of years ago ranked first in popularity among little dogs. Now terriers have lost their positions, although they have not completely left the rating (for example, in Russia, Great Britain, France, they are among the five most actively bought dogs).

One of the main advantages of the breed is the complete absence of molting and the specific smell of the dog. York is compact and easy to care for, there are no problems with keeping a dog in a city apartment.

Small size and weight allow you to keep Yorkies even in small apartments, if desired, they can be taught to go to the toilet in the tray

Jack Russell Terrier

A compact breed that has been gaining popularity since 1994, when The Mask was released starring Jim Carrey. Many people wanted to have the same Milo - the dog from the movie with a naughty character. True, in Russia, Jack Russell Terriers were very difficult to get for a long time. Only in recent years, many puppies have appeared in local nurseries and the price for them has become quite acceptable.

Jack Russell Terrier is considered one of the most restless dogs

Welsh corgi

In 2019, the Welsh Corgi Pembroke breed literally burst into the rating of popular dogs, whereas a couple of years ago it was listed in the category of rare and little recognized. These short-legged dogs are the favorites of Queen Elizabeth II of Britain. But it was not this fact that made them popular, but the fact that the dogs, because of their funny appearance, became the heroes of numerous Internet memes. In 2019, the popularity of the breed was added by the release of the cartoon The Queen's Corgi, after which many children began to ask their parents to buy them the same cute puppy.

Welsh Corgi is considered one of the funniest breeds

French Bulldog

The French Bulldog has a memorable appearance. His body is shortened, and the muzzle is rather massive with a flattened muzzle, large erect ears. By nature, this is a cheerful and lively dog. He loves children, welcomes guests well, but in case of danger he is ready to desperately defend the owner and his family.

The French Bulldog combines a rugged appearance and compact size, ideal for keeping in a city apartment

Pug

According to a study by Highland Canine Training, pugs take first place in two ratings at once: as the most popular dogs on the Internet (videos with them are most often searched for in a search engine) and as the most recognizable dogs (people unmistakably call the breed when they see a photo with a pug). More and more people want to get themselves this funny dog also because many celebrities have chosen this breed for themselves. Blogger Ira Brave, writer Daria Dontsova, fashion historian Alexander Vasiliev, actors George Clooney, Jessica Alba, Gerard Butler have pugs.

Pugs are very funny and love to walk.

Dachshund

Dachshunds are long-bodied, short-legged dogs, medium-sized, but very self-confident and fearless. The popularity of dogs is due to the fact that they are very comfortable. These are compact and very clean dogs, but at the same time, dachshunds never turn into spoiled sissies who shake from everything and demand to be carried on handles all the time.

Despite the short legs, dachshunds are very nimble and nimble, it is not for nothing that they were previously used for hunting

Toy Terrier

Toy terriers have an active character, they like to play both at home and on the street. And this is not just a whim - physical activity is very important for these dogs. If you don't play with a toy, he will start to get fat. The disadvantage of the breed is its cocky attitude towards other dogs and a dislike for children (this is due to the fact that babies, inadvertently, can hurt the animal).

The advantage of a toy terrier is its size: with such a dog you can go to the store, carry it in a bag, take it with you on long walks around the city or on trips

English cocker spaniel

In the 1980s, Cocker Spaniels won the Most Beautiful Dog category in all the most prestigious competitions. This was reflected in the demand for these animals - the breed was incredibly popular all over the world. In 2019, the number of people giving birth to cockers has decreased (although English spaniels are still included in the top ten popular breeds, but they no longer occupy the first places). The reason for the decrease in demand is in their stubborn nature and rather complex content (you need to spend a lot of time on walks and careful grooming).

Spaniels are suitable for keeping in an apartment, but it is important to remember that this dog is very fond of walking

Shih tzu

Shih Tzu are tiny dogs with soft, straight hair that can reach all the way to the floor. A thick mustache is formed on the muzzle, and the tail looks like a blossoming flower. Another Shih Tzu is the owner of expressive bangs that completely cover the eyes. So that it does not get dirty and does not interfere with the animal, it is usually tucked into the tail with a hair clip. This makes the dog even more like a cute toy.

For their size, the shit-tsu are quite strong and strong, their life expectancy is more than 12 years

Pygmy schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer was originally used to protect farms from rats and other rodents. Over time, the dog turned into a companion, but did not lose its hunting and guarding habits. The dog is energetic, intelligent and fearless. Schnauzer will be a great pet for active people. And also this sensitive watchman will always warn you about danger.

Outwardly, the miniature schnauzer has a rather spectacular appearance, especially a beautiful beard and a magnificent mustache

Beagle

Now at the peak of popularity is a breed called the beagle. The breed has been appreciated by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. The advantages of dogs are their perky nature and great loyalty to people. All beagle owners note that dogs perfectly feel the mood of the owner and worry when he is sad, trying to amuse the person in every possible way.

The Beagle breed is distinguished by intelligence, friendliness and sociability, however, at times it can be stubborn.

Miniature poodle

Poodles are observant and easily trained dogs. Their ability to quickly assimilate commands has earned them the reputation of being ideal artists. And it is also a very loyal dog to its owner, but careful with strangers. Families with children often have her, as the miniature poodle gets along well with kids of any age.

This dog is so strongly attached to its owners that it tends to experience serious stress during prolonged separation from them.

English bulldog

Most English Bulldogs live in the UK and USA. In Russia, these dogs are also loved (this is especially noticeable this year, when they were able to get into the ten most popular small breeds). This animal can be called a real gentleman - it is balanced, imperturbable, not prone to hooliganism.

It should be borne in mind that English Bulldogs are very lazy and slow, but if necessary, they can fiercely fight enemies, since these dogs are quite strong and courageous

Table: the most popular large dog breeds in 2019

A place	Russia	USA	Europe
1 place	German Shepherd	Labrador retriever	German shepherds
2nd place	Labrador retriever	German shepherds	Labrador retriever
3rd place	Central asian shepherd dog	Golden retrievers	Siberian Husky
4th place	Siberian Husky	Siberian Husky	Golden retrievers
5th place	Shar Pei	Rottweiler	Poodle
6th place	Doberman	Boxer	Boxer
7th place	Golden retrievers	German shorthaired pointer	Australian shepherd
8th place	Rottweiler	Australian shepherd	Collie
9th place	Poodle	German dog	Chow Chow
10th place	Boxer	Doberman	Greyhound

Description of popular large dogs

In the overall popularity rating of breeds, large dogs are inferior to small ones. It is understandable - they are more difficult to maintain, and the appearance of the giants is often harsh, and most people like to be touched by funny and touching babies. But small animals will never completely replace large dogs. If a person is looking for a reliable watchman and guard, a partner for long walks, then he chooses a strong and hardy dog.

In 2019, the most popular breeds of large dogs were the German Shepherd, Labrador Retrievers and Husky - these are the undoubted three leaders in all countries. There are also peculiar preferences for individual states. For example, in Russia, Alabai puppies are in great demand, while in the USA and Europe, many do not even know about such a breed. But Australian Shepherds, on the contrary, are widespread in the West, but here they are just gaining popularity.

German Shepherd

German Shepherds continue to occupy leading positions in popularity among large breeds. They are bred for police and army service. And this is the best confirmation of the animal's obedience and easy learning.

In 2019, 11.2 thousand German Shepherd dogs were registered in Russia (according to the Russian Cynological Federation

German Shepherds are large and agile dogs with extremely high intelligence. They are renowned for their friendly nature. They can be trained in almost any task. They make good companions, reliable guard dogs.

Labrador retriever

Labrador retrievers are excellent swimmers. Games with getting objects out of the water are their favorite pastime. You should not be afraid that the dog will start to drown or get cold from swimming in a lake or river. They have membranes on their paws, and a wide tail serves as a kind of steering wheel, thanks to which the dog can swim in the right direction. The coat of Labrador Retrievers is water-repellent (the dog needs to shake it well after bathing and it immediately becomes dry). The soft undercoat protects the animal from extreme cold.

Labrador retrievers are intelligent and well-mannered dogs, but they tend to retain puppy habits (naughty, curiosity, playfulness) even as adult dogs

Central asian shepherd dog

The Central Asian Shepherd Dog (Alabai) is very loved in Russia. If you look at the popularity ratings in other countries, then you will not find this breed in the top ten. In Russia, these dogs are valued for their strength and power, excellent guarding qualities and the ability to adapt to any weather whims (which is important for our country with a changeable climate). The minus of the dog is its huge dimensions, which causes some inconvenience in the content. It is difficult to keep a dog at home and even more so in an apartment. It is better for them to build spacious enclosures.

In the house where the Central Asian Shepherd Dog lives, you can sleep peacefully, the dog is always on guard of order

Siberian Husky

Due to the series "Game of Thrones", which ended only in 2019, the demand for huskies - large dogs that look like a fictional direwolf beast - has skyrocketed. Dogs are not only popular with fans of the saga. People literally fall in love at first sight with the expressive blue and brown eyes of the husky.

Alas, the breed takes leading positions not only in the ranking of popular breeds, but also in the list of dogs that end up in shelters. People are often led by the attractive appearance of the animal, but do not take into account the peculiarities of its character - huskies are very noisy, nimble and headstrong. They need to pay a lot of attention, walk for hours, and also give a lot of physical activity (after all, this is a sled dog).

Huskies are not used for guarding because of their gullibility and friendliness, but they should not be considered cute pussies either - the dogs are distinguished by fair stubbornness, so you cannot do without careful training

Shar Pei

Shar Pei is an intelligent dog, but with strong guarding instincts. You need to be on your guard, because if the dog considers someone suspicious, it will immediately go into the attack. It is easy to train, but classes should be carried out daily from puppyhood.

Dense wrinkled skin and a decent layer of subcutaneous fat hide dense musculature - these dogs are very strong

Doberman

Dobermans are very beautiful animals. But do not forget why they received the nickname "clever dogs of the devil." In an attack, the animal is scary - due to the force of the bite and the peculiarities of the structure of the jaw, the victim is literally torn to pieces. But, as can be seen from the popularity rating, people are not particularly afraid of Dobermans and are actively adopting such dogs. The fact is that with proper training (and the animal learns commands quickly), the dog becomes educated and unwilling to unreasonable aggression.

The Doberman is not only an excellent guard, but also a tough fighter, so it is important to properly educate the animal so that it clearly obeys human commands

Golden retrievers

The popularity of this dog is largely influenced by the fact that it often wins at various exhibitions and competitions. For example, at the prestigious Esti Kennelliit competition, for five years in a row, the most beautiful dog is the representative of the golden retriever breed. In addition to their cute appearance, these animals are distinguished by incredible kindness and willingness to help humans. The manifestation of aggression is completely unusual for them.

The Golden Retriever is a large, robust dog with dense, water-repellent golden coat.

Rottweiler

Rottweilers prefer to start residents of cottage villages in the suburbs. The reason is that dogs are excellent protectors and guards. They are very strong animals with a powerful grip. But with the right upbringing, they won't attack for no reason.

At first glance, the Rottweiler may seem like a phlegmatic lump, but this is a misleading opinion - the dog understands everything, perfectly remembers and executes commands

Royal poodle

Poodles are the leaders in terms of the number of victories in various dog shows. For example, in the prestigious World Dog Show competition, representatives of the breed were recognized as the most attractive more than 10 times. Features of the animal's appearance in a graceful body and posture, making the animal a real aristocrat. The crown poodle haircut "lion" or "modern" adds zest to the look.

Royal poodles are often bred by people aiming at winning various dog competitions and exhibitions.

Boxer

Boxers are popular with people who value such qualities in dogs as affection and loyalty to their owner, fearlessness, and the ability to protect a person if necessary. But the animal needs constant supervision: the expressed fighting qualities of the breed are manifested in cockiness. Boxers behave aggressively towards unfamiliar brothers on the street and are wary of strangers.

The Boxer is the most playful breed of fighting dogs

Collie

Collie is considered one of the most sensitive dogs. She perfectly feels the mood of a person and does her best to support her master in moments of sadness. The wits of the animal are also at their best. Collies quickly memorize commands and readily follow them.

To maintain good physical shape, the collie should be walked 2-3 times for 40-60 minutes, loading it with various tasks (jogging, overcoming obstacles, playing with balls, etc.)

German dog

Great Dane, despite their fighting past, are friendly, obedient and balanced animals. They are easy to train, so they are often taken to the patrol or sentry service. Dogs are ready to protect their owners in a dangerous situation, but they will never attack unnecessarily.

Great Danes love to run, jump, play - including in a company with other dogs, towards which they rarely show unreasonable aggression (naturally, provided that the Great Dane is properly raised)

Australian shepherd

Among the Australian Shepherd Dogs (Aussies), there are both shy dogs and outgoing bullies. In any case, this dog will become a real friend to its owner, as this breed is distinguished by incredible loyalty. Australian Shepherds get along well with other animals, children. The downside is the demand for care. Dogs of this breed need to be bathed and combed a little more often than most other dogs.

Aussies have expressive almond-shaped eyes that are bright blue, green or amber.

German shorthaired pointer

Kurzhaar is a German short-haired pointer. It is popular with people living outside the city and who love hunting and fishing. These dogs are especially in demand in Europe (Germany, Denmark, Great Britain, Austria, Switzerland and Sweden), where even separate exhibitions are organized only for representatives of this breed and special contests for searching for prey in difficult conditions (on large areas). There are special schools for Kurzhaar puppies, where kids are taught hunting teams.

This is a very active dog, so if you are a couch potato and prefer sedate walks, then the shorthaired pointer is definitely not for you

Chow Chow

Chow Chow is a dog that looks like a bear and a lion at the same time. The breed is considered Chinese, but it is believed that it came to the Celestial Empire from Tibet, as this would explain the nature of the purple tongue (due to constant cold and hypoxia). In addition to the dark tongue, this dog has other features. For example, a Chow Chow can be recognized by its luxurious collar, massive wrinkled head, small round ears and expressive round eyes.

Chow Chow is a good-natured and inactive dog, it can even be called lazy, because instead of jogging and playing, it prefers to sleep or just watch what is happening around

Studying breed ratings is not only interesting, but also useful. From them you can learn about the dogs that best meet the requirements of modern humans. Of course, each of you can argue with the resulting rating. It was compiled solely on the basis of official surveys, research of cynological organizations. But we are sure that the best for each person is his pet, regardless of what breed he belongs to.