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Find out if your favorite breed came out on top! There’s an age-old debate between dog and cat lovers over which pet is truly the best. But even among dog lovers, there’s still plenty of discussion ...

Truth: Americans love their pets—and dogs most of all, per a recent survey from the American Pet Products Association (APPA), which tallied 68 million canines in U.S. homes in 2025. We happily spend ...

A pet-sitting platform's recent study broke down, state by state, the most popular dog of 2025. TrustedHousesitters gathered data from over 100,000 pets registered to the platform to find out the most ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of most popular dog names, and Max and Luna have beaten other contestants to claim the top spot. The not-for-profit organization, which touts itself ...

Popular dog breeds tend to earn that title for a reason. While each has its own unique characteristics, these pets tend to be sweet, easy to train, loyal and, of course, incredibly adorable. Besides ...