Mapped: America’s Favorite Dog Breed, By State

Key Takeaways

• Labrador Retrievers are the top breed in 16 states, but no breed comes close to dominating nationwide.
• Eight different breeds rank first across the U.S., revealing surprisingly regional preferences.
• Chihuahuas lead much of the Southwest, while Labrador Retrievers are strongest across the Northeast.

Americans own more than 56 million dogs, but there’s no single breed that dominates the country. Instead, favorite breeds change dramatically from one state to the next.

Using an analysis of more than 1.2 million dog insurance records collected between 2022 and 2025 by U.S. News & World Report, this map reveals the most popular dog breed in every state.

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