And the results are in! Every year we dig into Rover’s database of over a million pet owners to uncover which dog and cat breeds are trending, including the most popular dog and cat breeds in Atlanta and across the country.
While some classic breeds are forever in style, others are just starting to find popularity as what we call trending breeds. These are dogs and cats that saw a boom in 2023, becoming the top trending breeds for their cities. Scroll down to learn if your pet’s breed is among them.
Atlanta’s favorites track close to national trends this year with 9 of the 10 most popular breeds making both the city and the nation’s rankings. With a median age of 33, Atlanta is one of the hottest spots in the nation for millennials. And this vibrant city’s top ten breeds reflect the diverse lifestyles of its residents whether they’re buying a first pad in midtown, or enjoying green space in the lush suburbs.
As you will see, when it comes to dogs, the most common breed is in fact Mixed breeds. According to our nationwide survey, 60% of pet owners across the US have a mixed breed dog , while one in five (19%) specifically sought out a mixed breed dog, or “mutt”.
But our data stretches beyond dogs. We’ve also crunched the numbers to learn what kinds of cats are the most popular, and which breeds are trending this year. We hope you enjoy reading about the breeds as much we enjoyed studying them. As the world’s largest network of dog walkers and pet sitters,Mixed breeds continue a dominant streak coming top of the table in Atlanta closely heeled by the big-hearted Goldendoodle and their cousin Labrador and Golden Retrievers. Also proving their popularity with both city and country were the smaller-sized French Bulldog (“Frenchies” to their fans), Yorkshire Terrier, Dachshund and Shih Tzu. The German Shepherd Dog, meanwhile, still proved to have enduring appeal with Atlantans with its loyal and steady nature and beautiful appearance. has heard of just about every pet breed and crossbreed there is, but there is always something in here that manages to surprise us.
The Most Popular Dog Breeds in Atlanta
Most Popular Cat Breeds in Atlanta
Domestic Shorthair
American Shorthair
Domestic Longhair
Siamese
Maine Coon
Atlanta Cat Breed Trends for 2023
Tonkinese
American Wirehair
Korat
European Shorthair
Scottish Fold
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There are some wonderful wild cards on the cat breed trends list this year. Topping the rankings is the Tonkinese, a beautifully sleek feline that still has many of the same personality traits as the Siamese and Burmese breeds they descend from. A true companion breed, Tonkinese will be happy to spend most of their time in the company of pet parents, whether playing or curling up for a nap.
Originating in upstate New York, the American Wirehair is named for its distinctive wiry fur (the result of a genetic mutation). Still relatively rare, these cats can be wary of strangers, but once acquainted will be happy to show off their silly side. For apartment-dwelling pet parents, the American Wirehair can make a great housemate as they are likely to be far happier keeping busy indoors than being out roaming the neighborhood.
