What are the most popular dog breeds in America? The American Kennel Club (AKC) just announced its 2007 results of the most popular breeds in American as measured by their registration statistics. The Labrador Retriever retains its top spot for 17 years in a row. See the full Top 10 below.

2007 Most Popular Dog Breeds in the U.S.A.
 
1. Labrador Retriever 
2. Yorkshire Terrier 
3. German Shepherd Dog  
4. Golden Retriever  
5. Beagle  
6. Boxer  
7. Dachshund  
8. Poodle   
9. Shih Tzu  
10. Bulldog
 
This is the first time since 1935 for the Bulldog to make the Top 10 list. The Bulldog replaced the Miniature Schnauzer in the Top 10.

The Beagle is the only dog that has consistently been in the Top 10 since AKC began keeping registration records in 1915.