AKC Lists of the Top Ten Most Popular Dog Breeds

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Top Ten Most Popular Breeds in the US are.....

10) Bulldogs: Yay! It is the first year that the bull dog has made it into the top ten list. Last year they were 12, and before that 18. Congrats to the bulldog!






9) Shih Tzu, They were also nine last year ( Yawn)

8) Poodles

7) Dachshunds

6) Boxers

5) Beagles

4) Retrievers ( Golden)

3) German Shepherd Dogs: These Hounds have been number 3 for the past FOUR years. Wow

2) Yorkshire Terriers: Boy did they come up! Two years ago they were number 6, and the year before, number 9.

And finally the number one spot goes to....

Labrador Retriever! They've been number one for the past four years!

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Ryan Reynolds Loves Scarlett Johansson's...

Chihuahua! Of course, who wouldn't? Good boyfriend Ryan Reynolds is seen here looking after Scarlett's Chihuahua, Maggie.

Chihuahua Characteristics:
-These little guys have a big bark! But only at first, they quickly make friends
-They are very alert, smart and make perfect lap dogs.
-Not for young children, as they might get too roughly treated.
-They have a tendency to bite when frightened
-Must be carefully handled for thier first 6 months because of their moleras, a soft spot on thier skull
-Prone to epilepsy and seizure disorders

Chihuahua History:
-Thought to be decendents of a breed called Techichi, used in religious ceremonies by the Aztecs
- Named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico where they were discovered in 1850

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We Salute: the Pomeranian!

Fun Facts about this tiny dog, with a big history:

The Pomeranian's ancestors originated in Greenland and Lapland where they were used as sled dogs!(Yes they were a lot bigger, about 20 pounds bigger than today) They were then taken to Europe in Pomerania where breeders focused on improving thier coats and breeding them to be more suitable for city living. But if you love how they fit perfectly in your lap, you owe your thanks to the English.

Characteristics:

The Pomeranian makes a great friend and watchdog because of its alertness and intelligence. But beware, this breed is known for its feistiness and at times being stubborn. This breed definetely needs a lot of love and attention.

Pomeranian Vocabulary:

Balanced Pomeranian- The head and legs are in porportion to the body.

Do you love Mr. Muggles on ABC's Heros? Read this on why a Pomeranian is stronger than a regenerating cheerleader or a flying politician.

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Britney Spears is in PETA's Doghouse

Britney Spears has been attacked a lot this year: the disaster that happened at the VMA's, the ugly divorce, the constant attention from the press, and even PETA is saying Britney is so unstable she isn't even fit to care for her dogs! PETA even went so far as to send a letter to Kevin Federline and tell him to not only get custody of the kids, but of her dogs too! Ouch.

Do you think PETA went too far?

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