America's most popular dog breed is the French Bulldog.

In a significant shift, the French Bulldog has overtaken the Labrador Retriever as the most popular dog breed in the United States after a three-decade-long dominance.

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Over the past ten years, the French Bulldog has experienced a remarkable surge

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jumping from the 14th position in 2012 to the second position in 2021.

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Registrations for French Bulldogs have witnessed an astounding increase of over 1,000% between 2012 and 2022.

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These rankings are based on voluntary registrations from dog owners, specifically recognizing 200 official dog breeds while excluding mixed breeds and some designer hybrids.

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The surge in popularity of French Bulldogs has been further fueled by their association with celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon and Megan Thee Stallion.

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Labrador Retrievers, now ranked second, are widely celebrated as versatile and trainable companion dogs, often serving as guide or assistance animals.

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