2009 Most Popular Puppy Breeds in U.S.
1. Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is a great all around family puppy breed. They have a double coat that sheds seasonally and requires regular grooming. With it’s even disposition and the fact that it’s highly trainable, make it the choice of millions of Americans. They are active puppies that are very fun and cute to play with.
2. German Shepherd
The German Shepherd puppy has a lot of energy and enjoys the company of the children of the family. It is an excellent family pet and great guardian at the same time. They do require a fair amount of exercise and are in the mid range of shedding. These qualities make it an outstanding puppy choice for many families in the United States.
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3. Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier puppy adapts easily to many different environments. Their small size also makes them excellent travel companions and great pets. This small size also reduces their need for lots of exercise and can live in apartments. However they do require daily socialization with their owners. They do have long coats which can require a little more attention and grooming requirements.
4. Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever puppy is a lively sporting breed which does require a fair amount of regular exercise. It has a double coat that is water repellent and requires regular brushing and grooming. This breed is super friendly, beautiful, and a joy to have as a pet. They make great family puppies and are excellent with children.
5. Beagle
The Beagle puppy is also a very friendly breed which makes them excellent family pets. They are low on the grooming scale with a short coat and small size. Being a pack animal makes them favor the company of people and other puppies. They are very curios puppies and like to follow their noses in search of new scents. They should be provided with plenty of exercise to keep them happy.
6. Boxer
The Boxer puppy loves to be with people, especially kids and young adults with lots of energy. They are great with children but also great watch dogs, which makes them perfect for families. They are also low on the grooming scale because of their short coats. They do require daily exercise to keep them fit and happy.
7. Bulldog
The Bulldog puppy has a been known to form very strong bonds with kids of the family. They have a reputation for being gently and protective as well. They are low on the grooming scale, having a short coat as well. They don’t require a lot of exercise which makes them great for apartments and townhouses. They can be prone to overheating so make sure you watch them carefully when outside in the sun. They are considered by many to be excellent family pets, but can be stubborn puppies to train.
8. Dachshund
The Dachshund puppy can be a very great companion and live well in many different environments including apartments. They can be family dogs, but must be watched over with small children. The breed comes in different coat lengths which will determine their grooming requirements. They do not require a whole lot of exercise but like daily interaction with their owners.
9. Poodle
Poodle puppies are great in different living situations including apartments as long as they get regular exercise. Their coat is hypoallergenic and is good for people with allergies to dogs. This however makes them require professional grooming on a regular basis. The Poodle makes a great family dog and loves to be around people.
10. Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu puppy makes a great companion and house pet for many people. They are friendly and trusting towards people and require minimal exercise, which makes them great apartment dogs. Their long coats do require daily grooming and are high on the grooming maintenance scale.
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