There are about 77.5 million pet dogs in the U.S. (That information could really come in handy during a game of trivia!)

The American Kennel Club (AKC) classifies dogs into 7 major categories: Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding.

The AKC ranking recognizes 164 different dog breeds. Can you identify the Top 10 breeds in America? Do you know what they look like?
Check out this quick slide show to see America's most popular dogs. From big to small, long hair to short hair, they are all really beautiful.

Check out this slide show.


Learn about the top 10 breeds and see how beautiful they are. Go to: http://www.petplace.com/dogs/top-dog-breeds-of-2009-most-popular-dogs/page1.aspx