THE FRENCH BULLDOG CONTINUES TO HOLD THE MOST POPULAR BREED TITLE IN COLUMBUS

Nationally, French Bulldog Holds On To The Top Spot

NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third year in a row, the French Bulldog took Columbus's top spot in the American Kennel Club's (AKC^®) 2024 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S.

The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in St. Louis, MO and Philadelphia, PA.

While the Frenchie stayed at number one, two other breeds made strides in the charts. The Great Dane broke the top 10, jumping to number 10, and the Rhodesian Ridgeback made a huge jump from the 44^th spot to the 18^th.

"This is a monumental stride for the Rhodesian Ridgeback, and it is no surprise," said AKC Executive Secretary Gina DiNardo. "They are an incredibly affectionate breed and make for great watch dogs, so they always have your back!"

A breed's popularity does not mean it is the right breed for you. The AKC encourages dog lovers to do their research and find the right breed for your lifestyle to begin your journey of responsible dog ownership.

Colombus's top 5 breeds for 2024:

* Registration data pulled from Colombus zip codes as specified by U.S. Postal Service

The American Kennel Club also announced its nationwide rankings today. It's a three-peat for the Frenchie! The beloved French Bulldog is America's most popular breed for the third year in a row, according to AKC registration statistics.

While the playful and adaptable French Bulldog's popularity shows no signs of slowing, the smart and courageous Cane Corso has been quietly climbing the charts since becoming recognized by the AKC in 2010. Over the past decade, registrations for this loyal breed have increased 414% and it has gone from 48^th most popular in 2014 to 14^th in 2024.

Get social with the AKC!  Join us on Facebook and Instagram.

About the American Kennel Club

Founded in 1884, the American Kennel Club is a not-for-profit organization which maintains the largest registry of purebred dogs in the world and oversees the sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The AKC is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function.  Along with its more than 5,000 licensed and member clubs and its affiliated organizations, the AKC advocates for the purebred dog as a family companion, advances canine health and well-being, works to protect the rights of all dog owners and promotes responsible dog ownership. More than 26,000 competitions for AKC-registered purebred and mixed breed dogs are held under AKC rules and regulations each year including conformation, agility, obedience, rally, tracking, herding, lure coursing, coonhound events, scent work, hunt tests, field and earthdog tests.

Affiliate AKC organizations include the AKC Humane Fund, AKC Canine Health Foundation, AKC Reunite, the AKC Museum of the Dog, and the AKC Purebred Preservation Bank.  For more information, visit www.akc.org.

AKC, American Kennel Club, the American Kennel Club seal and design, and all associated marks and logos are trademarks, registered trademarks and service marks of The American Kennel Club, Inc.

Become a fan of the American Kennel Club on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @americankennelclub

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-french-bulldog-continues-to-hold-the-most-popular-breed-title-in-columbus-302403918.html

SOURCE The American Kennel Club, Inc.