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Dogs are certainly popular in Minnesota these days, but just which breed of dog is the MOST popular in Minnesota?
That s the question answered by the American Kennel Club, and their latest dog ownership survey. Their latest survey of the Most Popular Dog Breeds was released earlier this spring.
So which breed IS the most popular this year? Well, both here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and across the country, the Canine Journal says that honor once again goes to. the Labrador Retriever, which once again took the top spot in the AKC survey for 2021. And it s not really a surprise, seeing as the Labrador Retriever has been ranked #1 now for 30 years in a row. That s right, Labs have been the most popular breed of dog since way back in 1991! That s an impressive streak.
And, Minnesota s Most Popular Dog Breed for 2021 Is quickcountry.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from quickcountry.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Hounds were bred to assist when hunting. (Image: Getty)
If your dog is a Bloodhound, Dachshund or Greyhound, these breeds were bred to assist in hunting. Their impeccable eyesight and sense of smell aid them when seeking prey.
People contemplating owning a hound dog should be aware that sight hounds, like Greyhounds, are short-distance, high-speed sprinters, who need free-running exercise off the lead. A few short walks a day will satisfy their short bursts of energy.
However, be wary that your recall is more powerful than the lure of a rabbit, especially if you adopt a former racing dog!
Scent hounds, like Bloodhounds, have a lot of stamina and are used to tracking scents over a long period of time. Therefore, they prefer long, steady walks to burn off all that energy.