Statistics About The Least Popular Dog Breeds

In this post, we explore the least popular dog breeds based on registration statistics from various kennel clubs around the world. From the Norwegian Buhund with only 13 registrations to the Swedish Vallhund with fewer than 1,000 dogs registered annually, these breeds offer a glimpse into the unique and lesser-known side of the canine world.

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"The Canadian Kennel Club reported the least registered breed in 2020 was the Norwegian Buhund, with only 13 registrations."

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"The American Kennel Club ranks the Norwegian Lundehund, with only 55 registrations, as one of the least popular breeds in the United States."

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"Cirneco dell'Etna had only 47 registrations in the United Kingdom, according to the Kennel Club UK, making it a least popular breed."

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"According to the American Kennel Club, the Harrier is ranked 186 out of 197 in breed popularity in the United States."

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"In 2020, Canada had only 14 registrations of Entlebucher Mountain Dogs, making it one of the least popular breeds."

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"The American Kennel Club reported 10 registrations of Chinooks, one of the least popular breeds in the United States in the year 2020."

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"The American Foxhound is ranked 189 out of 197 in breed popularity in the US, according to the American Kennel Club in 2020."

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"The Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer had only 74 registrations in the United Kingdom in 2020, based on the Kennel Club UK's record."

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"In Canada in 2020, the Azawakh had only 9 registrations with the Canadian Kennel Club, making it one of the least popular breeds there."

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"The English Foxhound had only 14 registrations in 2020 with the American Kennel Club, recording one of the lowest rankings in popularity."

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"The Norwegian Lundehund is ranked the least popular breed in America, only registering 32 new dogs in 2020, according to the AKC."

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"According to the United Kennel Club, the Plott Hound breed is one of the least popular breeds, falling in the rare breeds category."

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"The Sloughi, a rare breed in the U.S., has only registered 32 new dogs in 2020 according to the AKC."

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"According to the American Kennel Club, the Xoloitzcuintli is one of the least popular breeds in America with fewer than 700 registrations in 2020."

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"Cesky Terriers rank 187 out of 197 in popularity in the U.S., according to the American Kennel Club."

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"The Swedish Vallhund is one of the least popular native breeds in Sweden, with fewer than 1,000 dogs registered every year."

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"In 2020, there were only 18 Susquehanna Bulldog registrations, making it one of the least popular breeds based on registrations, according to the United Kennel Club."

In conclusion, the statistics presented highlight several dog breeds that are considered among the least popular based on registration numbers in various countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The low registration numbers for breeds like the Norwegian Buhund, Norwegian Lundehund, Cirneco dell’Etna, Harrier, Entlebucher Mountain Dogs, Chinooks, American Foxhound, Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer, Azawakh, English Foxhound, Plott Hound, Sloughi, Xoloitzcuintli, Cesky Terriers, Swedish Vallhund, and Susquehanna Bulldog indicate these breeds are not frequently chosen by dog owners. These statistics shed light on the diverse range of dog breeds available and the varying levels of popularity they experience.