dog breeds

French bulldogs have skyrocketed in popularity. Legislation being considered in New Hampshire could put rules on breeding ones with chronic breathing problems.

Environment

Bulldogs are prone to health problems. New Hampshire could limit their breeding

6:53pm March 27, 2024

by Lauren Sommer

French bulldogs have soared in popularity, but they and other short-nosed dogs often have serious health problems. New Hampshire could be the first state to put health restrictions on breeders.

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Lola, a French bulldog, lies on the floor prior to the start of a St. Francis Day service at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Oct. 7, 2007, in New York. French bulldogs have become the United States' most prevalent dog breed, ending Labrador retrievers' record-breaking 31 years at the top, the American Kennel Club announced Wednesday.

National

The small but mighty French bulldog is now the top purebred dog breed in America

6:17pm March 15, 2023

by Joe Hernandez

The crinkly-faced canine became the most popular breed in the U.S. last year, according to the American Kennel Club, breaking the Labrador retriever's 31-year reign.

National

Give a round of app-paws for the 3 new breeds in the National Dog Show

5:00am November 24, 2022

by Paige Waterhouse

The National Dog Show has been a staple of Thanksgiving Day for two decades. This year, it features three new breeds: the Bracco Italiano, the Russian toy and the mudi.