Germany's most popular dogs: Why smaller four-legged friends are increasingly in demand
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Home Live Animals Germany’s most popular dogs: Why smaller four-legged friends are becoming more and more in demand Stand: 08.07.2026, 08:00 am Comments Follow us on Google Dogs are for many people not only loyal companions, but real family members who give in everyday life closeness, joy and connection. Smaller dogs are in trend: which breeds are particularly popular, why mixed breeds dominate and what future dog owners should pay attention to when choosing a dog. While five years ago about one in four dogs fell into this weight class, it is now only 19 percent. In 2025, around ten million dogs lived in 8.3 million households.
Furthermore, The proportion of four-legged friends with more than 26 kilograms of body weight has decreased in recent years. With a share of 43 percent, they represent by far the largest group of dogs in Germany. It is different for large dogs.
In addition, Decisive are not breed trends or the appearance, but the needs of the dog.
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Home Live Animals Germany’s most popular dogs: Why smaller four-legged friends are becoming more and more in demand Stand: 08.07.2026, 08:00 am Comments Follow us on Google Dogs are for many people not only loyal companions, but real family members who give in everyday life closeness, joy and connection. Smaller dogs are in trend: which breeds are particularly popular, why mixed breeds dominate and what future dog owners should pay attention to when choosing a dog.
reliability low1/2 sourcesWhile five years ago about one in four dogs fell into this weight class, it is now only 19 percent.
reliability low1/2 sourcesFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Which dogs are particularly popular in Germany in 2025?
reliability low1/2 sourcesIn 2025, around ten million dogs lived in 8.3 million households.
reliability low1/2 sourcesThe proportion of four-legged friends with more than 26 kilograms of body weight has decreased in recent years.
reliability low1/2 sourcesWith a share of 43 percent, they represent by far the largest group of dogs in Germany.
reliability low1/2 sourcesIt is different for large dogs.
reliability low1/2 sourcesDecisive are not breed trends or the appearance, but the needs of the dog.
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