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W h o 's t o p d o g ? It?s that time of year again folks! The annual American Kennel Club findings for which dogs reign supreme for both the U.S. as a whole, and for its various metro areas, have been released. Nationally ? and in both Dallas and San Antonio ? the Labrador Retriever remains No. 1, extending its winning streak to 28 years. But let?s compare the national results with those of Dallas and Houston, shall we? Top breeds nat ionwide for 2018: Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Golden Retriever French Bulldog Bulldog Dallas' t op 10 breeds for 2018: Labrador Retriever Golden Retriever Bulldog French Bulldog German Shepherd Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Rottweiler Poodle Miniature Schnauzer German Shorthaired Pointer
Houst on's t op 10 breeds for 2018: French Bulldog Bulldog Labrador Retriever Golden Retriever German Shepherd Yorkshire Terrier Rottweiler Poodle Doberman Pinscher Cavalier King Charles Spaniel In all three top five?s we?ve got the same breeds. Where as Golden comes in second for Dallas, it?s third nationally and fourth for Houston; meanwhile Dallas? fifth place German Shepherd comes second across the country and fifth for Houston; and our Frenchie and Bulldogs have swapped spots for Dallas and nationally, but completely overtaken the board for Houston. One surprise addition to Dallas? top 10 is the German Shorthaired Pointer, which previously ranked 15th in 2017. "The German Shorthaired Pointer is a breed that is gaining in popularity across the country and it's easy to see why," said Gina DiNardo, AKC Executive Secretary. "It is a breed that thrives on plenty of exercise and stimulation. They are great for active owners."
Ar e you pr epar ed? June is national pet preparedness month. From extreme cold and heat, to flooding, earthquakes and more there are a lot of scenarios that could leave you and your pet vulnerable. It?s crucial to have some key items ready and a plan in place for the most likely disasters to afflict your area. Here?s a general checklist of essentials to have on hand to keep your pets safe during emergencies, courtesy of PetSmart: IDENTIFICATION Pet tags Vet contact info Current pet photo HEALTH Pet medications 8 | TEXASDOGMAGAZINE.COM
First-aid items Vaccine and medical records FOOD 1-week supply of food Bottled water and portable bowls Manual can opener Written feeding routine List of behavioral needs TRANSPORT Carrier or crate Blanket Collar with tag Non-retractable leash Sturdy harness PetSmart also has a handful of articles on their website available by searching pet preparedness on petsmart.com including;
For Houston we?ve seen a grow in popularity for both the Frenchie ? which rose from third in 2017 to No. 1 this year ? and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ? which broke the top 10 after placing 12th in 2017. "French Bulldogs have been slowly growing in popularity over the last 10 years, most recently breaking into the top 10 nationally," DiNardo said. "They're playful, alert and adaptable, which makes them perfect for city dwellers."
Fire Safety Tips for Pets: When a wildfire threatens, be ready Protect your pet from the extreme cold Pet Flood Safety & Preparedness: When floods threaten, be ready Natural Disaster Safety Tips for Pets: When natural disasters strike, be ready and Heat Safety Tips for Pets: When a heat wave rolls in, be ready
-TXDM Staff
