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Bulldogs Back in AKC's Top 10

Beefy canine was last on list in 1935; lab is tops for 17th consecutive year

By Nick McMaster, Newser Staff

Posted Jan 17, 2008 5:46 PM CST

(Newser) – The bulldog has returned to the American Kennel Club's list of top 10 most popular American dog breeds for the first time since 1935, the AP reports. The Labrador retriever held on to #1—it’s been top dog for the past 17 years. Check... Read full story »

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Beefy canine was last on list in 1935; lab is tops for 17th consecutive year

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