The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership soar to record levels. But it wasn't just in the UK that people rushed to buy a new puppy – dog ownership soared all over the world. In the USA, the country with the most dogs with nearly 80 million pet pups, demand grew to such an extent that many shelters were completely emptied of animals. For all the latest dog news, chat, advice and information, join our Scotsdog Facebook group here And demand for both rescue dogs and puppies remains high, with the average price of some breeds nearly tripling over little more than a year. With 215 different pedigree breeds, plus numerous popular crossbreeds, there’s no shortage of choice when it comes to selecting a perfect pooch. But some remain a rarer sight in parks than others, according to figures from the American Kennel Club. Here are the 10 breeds of dog that are most popular in the USA Read more: Most Aggressive Dogs 2024: These are the 10 breeds of dog likely to show signs of aggression - including the Rottweiler Velcro Dogs: These are the 10 breeds of loving dog likely to stick to their owner like glue - including the clingy Labrador Dogs With Powerful Bites: These are the 11 breeds of adorable dog who have the strongest bite - including the strong Bulldog Here are the 10 most expensive breeds of adorable dog since lockdown sent prices soaring These are the 10 best adorable breeds of dog to choose if you have young children Best dog beds: stylish, comfortable dog beds for all kinds of dogs, and every owner’s budget