The German Shepherd was the most popular AKC-registered dog breed in Detroit.
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The American Kennel Club recently announced the "Top 10" most popular AKC-registered dogs in Detroit for 2006.
The AKC also announced today that the tiny Yorkshire Terrier is making news nationwide. The "Yorkie" has overtaken the beloved Golden Retriever to become the second most popular purebred dog in America according to AKC registration figures. The Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in the country once again -- a spot it has held since 1991. Here's a look at Detroit's statistics as they compare to the rest of the country:
Detroit 2006
1. German Shepherd Dog
2. Labrador Retriever
3. Yorkshire Terrier
4. Rottweilers
5. Shih Tzu
6. Golden Retriever
7. Cocker Spaniel
8. Poodle
9. Boxer
10. Chihuahua
Nationwide 2006
1. Labrador Retriever
2. Yorkshire Terrier
3. German Shepherd Dog
4. Golden Retriever
5. Beagle
6. Dachshund
7. Boxer
8. Poodle
9. Shih Tzu
10. Miniature Schnauzer
(Registration data pulled from Detroit zip codes as specified by the U.S. Postal Service.)
Local Statistical Snapshot
For the second year in a row, the German Shepherd Dog is tops in Detroit, joining Miami as the only other city that placed this lovable herding breed at number one.
The Shih Tzu hit the Top 5 for the first time beating out its own national ranking at number nine.
Popularity of the Cocker Spaniel continues to rise in Detroit from ninth last year to a tie for 6th with the Golden Retriever, which ranks much lower on Detroit's radar than its nationwide placement at number 4.
Least registered in the 'Motor City' are the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, the Collie and the Shiba Inu.
"Motown sent the Shih Tzu and the Cocker Spaniel up the charts this year," said AKC Spokesperson Lisa Peterson. "The popularity of these medium-sized breeds with their stylish coats makes them the perfect choice for dog owners that want to stand out in a crowd."
Visit www.akc.org/reg/topdogsbycity.cfm for information on other cities and the complete list of national rankings.
