1. Australian Cattle Dog. The Australian Cattle Dog is one of the healthiest dogs out there. Known for their intelligence, work ethic, and stamina, these dogs are a typically resilient breed that doesn't face many health issues.
Dachshund. One of the most popular small dog breeds, the Dachshund is a devoted and lively little pup. Because of their little legs, they only need a couple of short walks and some playtime to keep them happy and healthy.
Breeds such as the French bulldog, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, Bichon Frise, and Greyhound are some of the easiest dog breeds for first-time owners.
At the bottom of the list (Nos. 197 through 199) are the Sloughi, Norwegian Lundehund, and English Foxhound. Last year, the Norwegian Lundehund was at the bottom, but they have surpassed English Foxhounds in registration over the past year.
According to Svartberg's data (PDF), a pinscher, a Bernese mountain dog, or an English springer spaniel might be the most disloyal since each ranks very low on playfulness, with moderate sociability.
The most challenging time of raising a puppy is the adolescent period. Dogs become “teenagers” and seem to forget everything they have ever been taught. This period is individual to each dog, but it may begin when he's about eight months old and continue until he's two years old.
The smaller breeds of dogs tend to live the longest. Yorkshire terriers, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds, Toy Poodles and Lhasa Apsos are the breeds who typically live the longest with these averaging a lifespan of up to 20 years. This is much higher than the average lifespan of a dog which is between 10 and 13 years.
The dog breed with the highest IQ is the Border Collie, followed by other smart pups like the Belgian Malinois, Poodle, and German Shepherd. Dogs showcase several types of intelligence including instinctual intelligence, obedience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to problem-solve.
The American Kennel Club released its 2022 registration statistics and found that after being the most popular dog breed for three decades, the Labrador Retriever was outranked by the French Bulldog. According to a press release, the French Bulldog has spiked in popularity over the last 10 years.
Shih Tzus loves children and other animals, making them one of the top lazy dog breeds for families. On the bright side, if exercised and fed the right Shih Tzu dog food, they are very healthy and live a long time. Affectionate and outgoing, this breed is great for people who travel with their pets.
It has been a long-held belief that black dogs are the toughest to rehome. Their color means they do not photograph so easily, some people are superstitious about their color, and they don't stand out so well alongside dogs with brighter coats.
A national symbol of Mexico, the Chihuahua takes the top spot for the most affordable and budget-friendly dog breed in the world mostly on account of its small size.
