Top Ten Dog Breeds

[Rico]

Because as you all know I'm a big dog lover (and cats too) I found this story interesting.  Never had a bulldog, but I can see their appeal.  Have had Labs, Shepards, and our current big girl Kaylee, who is a Golden Retriever.  So we have quite a few of the top ten breeds.  Woof!   :porthos

Bulldog back on top 10 dog list after 75 years

By Robert CampbellWed Jan 16, 1:07 PM ET

Bolstered by its popularity with celebrities and families, the Bulldog is back on the list of the 10 most popular purebred dogs after a 75-year absence, the American Kennel Club announced on Wednesday.

The Bulldog ranked 10th in the Kennel Club's annual ranking of popular dogs from the 157 different breeds it recognizes.

Topping the list of most popular dogs was the Labrador Retriever -- top dog since 1991 -- followed by the Yorkshire Terrier, the German Shepherd, the Golden Retriever and the Beagle, the Kennel Club said.

The broad-shouldered, stocky Bulldog with its characteristic under-bite and pugnacious gait has long been a mascot of sports teams and military units.

But their docile, even-tempered personality that belies their tough-guy image makes them good pets for families with young children, dog breeders say.

"Their personality is unlike any other dog. They are so expressive. If you look in their eyes you can almost see what they are thinking," said Tammy Hollock, 36, a part-time Bulldog breeder from Delran, New Jersey.

Bulldogs have been growing in popularity with celebrities including U.S. actors Adam Sandler and George Clooney, adding to their public appeal, Hollock said. The breed is the second-most popular dog in Los Angeles, the Kennel Club said.

The growing popularity of the Bulldog has a downside, according to Hollock and officials from the Kennel Club. Bulldogs can suffer from breathing problems and should only be treated by experienced veterinarians.

They are also unable to swim and breeders typically use artificial insemination and Caesarean sections when breeding the dogs to reduce the high risk of injury caused by the large size of the dog's head in proportion to its hips.

The elaborate precautions required when breeding Bulldogs puts the cost of a typical purebred bulldog puppy at $2,800, Hollock said.

Coming in at No. 6 on the Kennel Club list is the Boxer, followed by the Dachshund, the Poodle and the Shih Tzu.

(Editing by Michelle Nichols and Vicki Allen)

source:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080116/us_nm/usa_dogs_dc

[Bryancd]

Golden's rule!!!!

[Jen]

My brother is buying a bull dog... He thinks they're the best. Though I've tried to point out that daschunds, are far superior. My doxie "Olive" proves it time and time again.  ;)

[KingIsaacLinksr]

Meh, my dog pwns all!  English Springer Spaniel FTW!  lol ;)  But I have to agree Jen, Daschunds are very good.  My mom wants one.  My grandma used to have two. 

[Geekyfanboy]

Meh, my dog pwns all!  English Springer Spaniel FTW!  lol ;)  But I have to agree Jen, Daschunds are very good.  My mom wants one.  My grandma used to have two. 

Wow.. I must be getting old.. I'm trying to decipher some of your abbreviations King.. what's "pwns" and "FTW". I blame all this on texting!!!! :)

[Jen]

pwn means "pown". I don't know what FTW means either.

[Geekyfanboy]

pwn means "pown". I don't know what FTW means either.

Yeah I figured that is what he meant.. but why leave out one letter? :)

These crazy kids!!!

[KingIsaacLinksr]

Gah, don't make me feel like I'm surrounded by geezers.  ;) just kidding I've tried to avoid abbreviations but I guess I fell through.  I actually blame it on WOW.  Trust me, you learn a lot from that game. 

Ok: pwn mean owned....sorta. 
FTW: For the win!
FTL: for the lose. 

There you go!  Quit making me feel young and stupid already!!!!

King

[Geekyfanboy]

Thanks for the lesson King :)

[KingIsaacLinksr]

Thanks for the lesson King :)

your welcome. ;) :)

King

[Duffster]

Schnauzers Rule!!! lfg,brb,rofl,afk,gg,l8tr,lmao

Don't worry King, some of us old geezers know the lingo..!! :-)

[Geekyfanboy]

Time to pull out the photos... not many of heard of the breed of dog that I have..

She's a Red Queensland Healer..

but she is still adorable.

[Rico]

Awwww........  How old is she Kenny?

[moyer777]

That is Daisy right?

[Geekyfanboy]

Yes that's Daisy.. we are not sure since we got her from the pound.. we think 6 to 7 years old..