Looking for Sweden’s most popular dog breeds in 2024? We’ve compiled the latest statistics from the Swedish Board of Agriculture (Jordbruksverket) to help you choose the perfect dog! At the end of 2024 there were a total of 1,154,000 registered dogs in Sweden and 834,000 dog owners, an increase of 21,000 compared with the previous year.
Labrador Retriever – Sweden’s favourite breed!
The Labrador Retriever tops the list for the fifth year in a row with 41,471 registered dogs, an increase of 4%.
Mixed breeds – a growing trend
Mixed breeds continue to gain popularity! The Cockerpoo, a mix between Cocker Spaniel and Poodle, has climbed ten places since 2023 and is now among the 50 most common dog breeds. The Cavapoo, a cross between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle, is now in 75th place.
The 50 most popular dog breeds in Sweden 2024
- Labrador Retriever – 41,471 registered
- German Shepherd – 33,766 registered
- Golden Retriever – 30,467 registered
- Jack Russell Terrier – 23,608 registered
- Jämthund – 20,153 registered
- French Bulldog – 17,321 registered
- Rottweiler – 15,571 registered
- Border Collie – 15,398 registered
- Chihuahua, long-haired – 14,989 registered
- Cocker Spaniel – 14,695 registered
- Chihuahua, smooth-haired – 13,905 registered
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – 12,747 registered
- Poodle, Miniature – 12,205 registered
- Shetland Sheepdog – 11,669 registered
- Bichon Havanais – 11,562 registered
- Danish–Swedish Farmdog – 10,835 registered
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier – 10,184 registered
- American Staffordshire Terrier – 10,144 registered
- Yorkshire Terrier – 9,561 registered
- English Springer Spaniel – 9,184 registered
- Pomeranian – 8,951 registered
- Flatcoated Retriever – 8,715 registered
- Drever – 8,424 registered
- Norwegian Elkhound, Grey – 8,336 registered
- Siberian Husky – 8,336 registered
- Dachshund – 8,303 registered
- Shih Tzu – 7,935 registered
- Finnish Lapphund – 7,927 registered
- Chinese Crested Dog – 7,713 registered
- Dachshund, wire-haired standard – 7,307 registered
- Papillon – 7,124 registered
- Pug – 7,038 registered
- Poodle, Medium – 6,865 registered
- Border Terrier – 6,530 registered
- Poodle, Standard – 6,365 registered
- Australian Shepherd – 6,341 registered
- German Spaniel (Wachtelhund) – 6,325 registered
- Lagotto Romagnolo – 6,309 registered
- American Bully – 6,307 registered
- Maltese – 5,812 registered
- Labradoodle – 5,790 registered
- Bichon Frisé – 5,593 registered
- Whippet – 5,456 registered
- Beagle – 5,117 registered
- Boxer – 5,099 registered
- Miniature Schnauzer, pepper and salt – 5,053 registered
- Bernese Mountain Dog – 5,040 registered
- Cockerpoo – 4,925 registered
- Rhodesian Ridgeback – 4,802 registered
- Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever – 4,728 registered
Source: Jordbruksverket
Most common dog names
According to data from the Swedish Board of Agriculture, Molly, Bella and Charlie are still the most common dog names in Sweden. Among newly registered dogs in 2024, Luna kept its position as the most popular name and also appeared in the overall top ten.
Which dog breed is right for you?
Thinking about getting a dog? Our list of Sweden’s most popular dog breeds in 2024 gives you a good overview of the most sought-after breeds. You can also try using the Breed Guide to find a breed that suits your particular situation.
