Facts and Statistics

Interest in dogs keeps growing in Sweden, and thousands of new dogs are registered every year. But which breeds are actually the most popular? We’ve compiled the latest statistics from Jordbruksverket to give you an insight into which dog breeds are most loved by Swedish dog owners in 2024.

In light of the widely discussed debate about fighting dogs, we have chosen to present statistics and answer common questions about “fighting dogs,” dog bites, and irresponsible dog owners.

Many dog owners think their own breed is the smartest—but which dog breed really is the most intelligent?

Choosing a name for your dog is an important decision, and there are many different factors to consider. The name should be easy to pronounce and remember, and it should suit your dog’s personality and appearance. But what are actually the most common dog names in Sweden in 2022?

A huge number of Swedes got dogs during the pandemic. As demand increased, it also led to the Swedish Customs Service seizing a record number of smuggled dogs in 2021.

All dogs are funny in their own way, but how do you actually rank which breed is the funniest? Is it about looking funny, or about loving to play a lot? With 353 breeds in Sweden, it’s a really tough decision to make.

All dogs are cute in their own way and puppies are even cuter, but how do you actually rank which breed is the cutest? Is it fluffy fur or spots? Or maybe pointy ears and a tiny size? With 353 breeds in Sweden, it’s a very tough decision to make. We did a survey among our members and compiled the 10 breeds that came out on top.

Skaffa Hund can now present a list from the Swedish Board of Agriculture of Sweden’s most popular dog breeds, based on the number of dogs registered in each breed up to and including December 31, 2020.

Every year, at least 600 dogs are smuggled illegally into Sweden. They are usually raised in terrible conditions, not vaccinated, suffer from various diseases, and are severely inbred. Our goal is to put a stop to this and prevent it from continuing.

Which dog breeds are actually the most popular? Skaffa Hund can now present a list from the Swedish Board of Agriculture of Sweden’s most popular dog breeds.

Skaffa Hund is actively working to improve dogs’ standing in society and their quality of life. For that reason, we are sharing information here from the Swedish Board of Agriculture about prohibited dogs and behaviors in Sweden.

You’ve probably worked out how old your dog is in “dog years,” right? It’s a fun little exercise and can give you a rough idea. But it’s a big oversimplification.