Golden Retriever is most popular dog breed in Raleigh :: WRAL.com

Raleigh’s Golden Era has begun with the Golden Retriever taking excessive spot as Raleigh’s most popular dog breed in accordance with the American Kennel Club’s (AKC®) 2025 rating of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the US

The Golden Retriever took the highest spot in Raleigh, Seattle and Austin, Texas.

President and CEO of the AKC Gina M. Dinardo says, “Retrievers have been staples in Raleigh for many years, both Goldens and Labs are excellent dogs for families and for those with active lifestyles.” The AKC encourages doing all of your analysis earlier than choosing a dog and to not make the choice primarily based off of recognition.

The American Kennel Club additionally introduced its nationwide rankings on March 18, and the French Bulldog claimed the highest spot nationwide. It is America’s most popular breed for the fourth 12 months in a row, in accordance with AKC registration statistics.

Raleigh’s prime 5 breeds for 2025:

1. Golden Retriever

2. Labrador Retriever

3. French Bulldog

4. Poodle

5. Beagle

2025 most popular dog breeds in the US

1. French Bulldog

2. Labrador Retriever

3. Golden Retriever

4. German Shepherd Dog

5. Dachshund