America’s Most Popular Dog Breeds

What’s your favorite kind of dog? From one-of-a-kind mixed breeds to posh purebreds, we dug into this year’s most popular dog breeds across the US by looking into Rover’s database of over a million pets. 

With the pandemic shaping so many aspects of our lives this past year, an inspiring trend emerged: A LOT of people have brought new dogs into their homes this past year. More than half (67%) of American dog owners said they got a new dog during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent Rover survey.

To make things even more interesting, we looked at breed popularity rates nationally as well as what’s trending in our top cities. Take a look at the rankings to see how they change across cities and where your favorites stack up—you may be surprised!

At Rover, we celebrate all dogs—tiny, big, mixed, and purebred—and believe they all deserve the best in loving, local care. If you’re wondering what breed would be the best fit for you, check out our essential guides to each of the most popular breeds below to learn more. If you need pet care for a new pup, try out Rover to find loving pet care in your neighborhood.