When it comes to popular pets, the dog rules the roost - there are around 13.5 million living in the UK, meaning more than one-in-three households has a furry friend.
There are a remarkable 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, according to the UK Kennel Club, alongside numerous popular crossbreeds, like Labradoodles and Cockapoos.
Breeds go in and out of style over the years, but the Kennel Club keeps a close eye on them, publishing regular registration statistics.
Traditionally the Labrador Retriever is the UK’s - and the world’s - most popular dog, but it’s been challenged in recent years by trendy breeds like the French Bulldog and the Dachshund.
Here are the 15 most popular breeds of pedigree dogs right now, according to the Kennel Club figures for the first quarter of 2025 - and how many have been registered.
9. Dalmatian
Much loved for its distinctive spotty coat, Dalmatians used to known as 'fire dogs' as they used to run alongside horse-drawn carriages ued by firefighters, acting as combined path-clearers, sirens and guides. There were 983 of these clever pooches registered in 2024. | Canva/Getty Images
10. Flat-Coated Retriever
With a total of 869 registrations in 2024, the Flat-Coated Retriever completes the 10 most popular large dog breeds in the UK. They originated in mid-19th century England and were a particular favourite of gamekeepers. | Canva/Getty Images
11. Rhodesian Ridgeback
First bred in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) and used for the fearsome task of hunting lions, there were exactly 700 Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies registered in 2024. | Canva/Getty Images
12. Great Dane
The Great Dane is one of the biggest dogs in the world (along with the Irish Wolfhound), so you'll need a bit of space to keep them happy (and avoid breakages). There were 678 of them registered in 2024. It's a German breed descended from dogs used to hunt bears and wild boar. | Canva/Getty Images