Labrador Retrievers

According to the American Kennel Club, the Labrador Retriever is America’s number one breed. They are very loving and intelligent creatures that love to spend time with their families. “They’re very intelligent, but also full of love and a desire to please,” Boyko said.

“They’re really great for active families,” Boyko said. “And they’re bigger dogs, so they’re great if you’re in the suburbs. I think they’re the perfect dog for kids to grow up with.” 

One of the most important things that you have to take into consideration when adopting a Labrador retriever is to pay attention to their diet because they tend to eat more than they actually need and are more likely to become obese. So, obesity can lead to other severe diseases that could adversely affect their life. Try to make sure that they have a balanced and healthy diet and eat the same amount of food every day – not more. 

They are the friendliest dog breeds of them all, always being happy and affectionate. In general, this dog breed is healthy, but they can develop hip and elbow dysplasia, osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD) or progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) over time.

German Shepherds

Now you know that the German Shepherd is one of America’s most popular dog breeds and they deserve this “gift” because they are loyal, smart and loving animals. They can be found in dog shelters as well, so you don’t need to buy one, so save a life and adopt a German shepherd. 

“German shepherds have been police dogs, and before that, they were used as shepherding dogs,” Boyko said. “They have a working dog mindset, so you really need to be able to invest in training for them to be the right dog.” 

This dog is perfect for active families who can spend time with them and play games. “They can be a great dog for you if you have an active lifestyle and want a very smart and protective dog,” he said. “But if you can’t make sure they get good training when they’re young, and keep them active, then this wouldn’t be the dog for you.”