Westminster, Colorado-based Camp Bow Wow is North America's largest pet care franchise, with over 200 locations in 40 states and Canada. For more information, go to About Camp Bow Wow No matter the dog's breed, a great way to celebrate National Dog Day is treating your dog to a fun day at Camp for socialization, exercise and enrichment. Animal shelters and rescues have many breeds and mixes that will make great additions to your family.' 'At Camp Bow Wow, we love all breeds – including all the wonderful mixes we see each day – and believe every dog deserves a loving home. 'While a dog's breed can play into certain tendencies and behaviors, it's important not to let the breed alone determine whether to bring a specific dog into your home,' says Askeland. It is also important to consider whether you prefer small or large dogs, how much time you can commit to grooming and if you want your dog to engage in a specific activity. She says to consider whether your lifestyle is more sedentary or active, if you have or plan to have children, how much time you can dedicate to socializing and training a new pup and how much time you spend away from home. However, Askeland says the breed is only one aspect to consider when choosing a pet. All of this makes them great family dogs.' 'They are great companions for both adventurous outdoor activities and relaxing at home. 'Labs are very versatile and have a friendly, outgoing temperament,' says Askeland. Rounding out the top 10 is the Labradoodle.Īccording to Camp Bow Wow's Animal Health and Behavioral Expert, Erin Askeland, MSc, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed for many reasons. The Goldendoodle comes in second, followed by mixed and purebred German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Australian Shepherd, Pit Bull Terrier, Beagle, Husky and Boxer.

While kennel clubs share annual lists of the most popular breeds based on purebred dog registrations, Camp Bow Wow's top 10 list includes purebreds, mixed-breed dogs (listed by their primary breed) and popular crossbreeds, including two doodles.įor the fifth year in a row, the ever-popular Labrador Retriever (including Lab mixes) tops the list.

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