Charlie the Cavoodle maintains its title as Australia’s most popular dog according to research by HCF Pet Insurance.
The data showed that the three most popular breeds are Cavoodle (cross breed between Cavalier King Charles and Poodle), Maltese Cross (cross breed between Maltese and Terrier), and Labrador, with the most popular names being Charlie, Coco, and Bella.
Lorraine Thomas, HCF Chief Officer Product and Diversified Business, said the survey results were a nod how integrated dogs were into Australian family lives, with 57 per cent of dog owners stating ‘overall their dog makes them happier than any other family member’.
“Pets bring great comfort to their owners and can also provide so many health benefits, from being a good reason to get out of the house and go for a walk, to being a calming companion that lends an ear and almost never answers back.”
The ten most popular dog breeds in Australia in 2022 are:
1. Cavoodle (cross breed between Cavalier King Charles and Poodle)
2. Maltese Cross (cross breed between Maltese and Terrier)
3. Labrador
4. Labradoodle (Labrador and Poodle)
5. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
6. Golden Retriever
7. Spoodle (Cocker Spaniel and Poodle)
8. Border Collie
9. Cavalier King Charlies Spaniel
10. Groodle (Golden Retriever and Poodle)
The most popular dog names in Australia in 2022 are:
1. Charlie
2. Coco
3. Bella
4. Ruby
5. Max
6. Luna
7. Molly
8. Buddy
9. Daisy
10. Frankie
Also revealed in the study was that 29 per cent of married dog owners said they would prefer to share their bed with their dog than their partner, and 36 per cent of dog owners with kids said they give their children food they wouldn’t consider healthy enough for their dog.
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