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American Kennel Club’s top 15 most popular dog breeds

In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 photo, "Strider," a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, runs with a tennis ball back to owner Sarah Ranes, on a dog friendly beach at Fort DeSoto Park in St. Petersburg, Fla. With miles of sandy beaches, endless winter sunshine and a laid-back vibe, there’s no reason to leave your four-legged friend behind when you vacation in Florida. From lodging that offers special pet beds, to beaches with off-leash play, to theme parks with nearby kennels, many places around the state accommodate visitors with pets. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 photo, "Strider," a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, runs with a tennis ball back to owner Sarah Ranes, on a dog friendly beach at Fort DeSoto Park in St. Petersburg, Fla. With miles of sandy beaches, endless winter sunshine and a laid-back vibe, there’s no reason to leave your four-legged friend behind when you vacation in Florida. From lodging that offers special pet beds, to beaches with off-leash play, to theme parks with nearby kennels, many places around the state accommodate visitors with pets. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Monitor staff

Friday, February 8, 2013
(Published in print: Friday, February 8, 2013)

THE AMERICAN Kennel Club has released its list of the 15 most popular dog breeds in the country, based on last year’s registration numbers. Here is how they ranked in order of popularity:

Labrador retriever

German shepherd

Golden retriever

Beagle

Bulldog

Yorkshire terrier

Boxer

Poodle

Rottweiler

Dachshund

Shih-tzu

Doberman pinscher

Miniature schnauzer

French bulldog

German shorthaired pointer

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