For generations, a man’s best friend has been an integral part of owning a pet. Dogs are one of the most if not the most popular pet to own in the United States.
With roughly 43 million households owning at least one dog (or two). However, with any animal, there isn’t just one type of dog. Some breeds are more popular or if you’re in the high-class world more valued and sought after.
According to NJ.com it seems there is a new king in town. For years, the Labrador Retriever held the title as stated on American Kennel Club‘s website akc.org.
Now, who would have guessed it but the French Bulldog has been crowned as the most popular dog breed in both the United States and New Jersey by the American Kennel Club. To think that just years ago these cute little balls of pure joy wouldn’t even make it in the top ten.
“The French Bulldog has seen a surge in popularity over the years, and for good reason,” said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo in a press release. “Frenchies are playful, adaptable, loyal and outgoing. They make wonderful companions for a variety of people, but it’s extremely important to do your research to not only find the right breed for your lifestyle, but to ensure that you’re getting a well-bred dog from a responsible breeder.”
1⃣: French Bulldog 🎉#ThisisAKC #AKCMostPopularDogBreeds pic.twitter.com/TeyGEO1pms
— American Kennel Club (@akcdoglovers) March 15, 2023
From New Jersey to Los Angeles these little cuties can always be seen having the best of times. This is in part due to the massive increase of registrations of Frenchies. Which according to the American Kennel Club saw a 1000% increase from 2012 to 2021.
The Labrador which held the title for 31 years came in second place this time around. It makes sense considering the description and reasoning given by the 2022 ranking lists from the American Kennel Club.
French Bulldogs are small, loveable, and can be either loud or quiet at times, making them the perfect fit for families or even single owners.
Another win comes from the small size as it makes owning a dog manageable even if you live in a small apartment. Frenchies usually stop at about 12 inches compared to owning a Labrador Retriever that doubles the size at about 21 to 24 inches.
When space is a crucial element of your home the difference seems much larger. Though this isn’t to discourage people. I love my mixed Pitlab even though he can be crazy pretty much at every waking moment. Dogs love you just as much as you love them.
So even if you get a dog, not on the top ten give them all the love and attention they need and deserved.
11 Things First Time Pet Owners Need
1) Car Hammock
This is mainly for you dog owners, but trust me not only do you want a car hammock so that your pup doesn’t get hurt in the backseat, but if they shed, this is a much easier clean up than vacuuming the car out later.
3) Lint Roller
It’s always incredibly surprising to me how much my dog and cats shed. And we’re talking about pets that have a variety of hair lengths too. Having a super helpful lint roller on hand will be your saving grace. This ChomChom lint roller works really well on your couches and other upholstery. It also has a compartment to keep all of the hair so you don’t have to waste time trying to peel the sticky paper back from each other like on some rollers.
4) Pet Stain Remover
Accidents happen and having the cleaning products you need on hand can be a big help. This pet stain remover spray is great for those spot treatment messes. It’s chlorine-free and color-safe so you won’t have to worry about ruining any of your cloth.
5) Bissell Portable Machine Pet Cleaner
And for those messes that need more than just a simple spot treatment, this is the way to go. If you have an at-home carpet cleaner this Bissell pet cleaner solution can go right into your carpet cleaner and help you clean any stains in your way.
7) Cat Wall Scratching Board
Speaking of wall scratching, my biggest fear with my non-declawed cats is that they are going to scratch up my walls. So I try to help them avoid doing that by getting things like this. This is a wall mount scratching post. It sticks to your wall and gives them the space to do what they need to do with their scratching and not messing up your home. Scratching posts are definitely essential for having cats.
9) Did You Feed The Dog Reminder
This is one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. If you have multiple people in your house who will also be taking care of your dog (or cat) this is a super helpful tool. My pets are stealthy. They like to whine in the morning like no one has already fed them, but in reality they have. This is great for setting a reminder and making sure your pet doesn’t gain too much weight from overeating.
10) Toy Bins
You might not realize it yet, but your house is about to become a pet toy city. And trust me, unlike some kids pets don’t usually put their toys away. Having a special bin or basket like this one here is great for keeping your home organized. This one says Dog Toys, but there are other super fun cat toys bins as well like this one here.
11) Treat Jar
You may have already thought of this one, but I just couldn’t help but include it. One of the best ways to train your pets is through treats and having these fun treat jars is a great way to remind you of training as well as giving your new lovable companion something nice.
