The Most Popular Dog Breeds On Instagram

Pictures of dog on Instagram. One could make the argument that’s why the social media app was invented. So which dog breeds are the most popular on Instagram you may ask? Well, guess no more. A study conducted by Our Fit Pets – by examining hashtags of 568 million Instagram posts – will answer this question for us.

Pure Bred dogs dominated the top 10, which might be concerning to Bernedoodles and Cockapoos. Maybe next time, guys.

The 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds On Instagram

1. French Bulldog This should come as no surprise as the French Bulldog was named the most popular dog breed in the United States in 2023 (via CNBC). Throw some cute pajamas on them and see your likes pile up.
2. Golden Retriever Friendly, loyal, and game to do pretty much their family needs, the Golden Retriever is ready for whatever adventure you have planned.
3. Chihuahua They might be the smallest dogs on the list, but if you’re looking for a watchdog, you won’t find a better alarm in a tinier package than the Chihuahua. Their diminutive size can’t contain their lion hearts.
4. Pug The stand up comedians of the dog world? Possibly. Definitely an “open mic” kind of dog. Goofy and playful with a wonderful since of humor, the Pug stays Instagram ready.
5. Bulldog You won’t see any Bulldog on Instagram driving any cattle to market as they were originally used any time soon. You’re more than likely see this breed asleep on the couch or playing with their favorite tiny humans.
6. Poodle If any dog could ask to walk the red carpet, it would probably be the Poodle. Whether they be standard, miniature, or toy, the Poodle has a regal elegance that’s made for the camera.
7. Pomeranian “Most Likely To Be Wearing An Adorable Sweater.” And possibly a hair bow and sunglasses. The Pomeranian is the tiny companion with the big personality who seem to know how cute they are. No wonder they are one of the most photogenic dog breeds on Instagram.
8. Dachshund Affectionately called the “Weiner Dog,” the Dachshund will keep you on your toes. They may be too stubborn to let you focus the camera, but when they do, it is pure magic.
9. Border Collie If you’re looking for a dog to photograph, you might want to find one who likes to stare. And boy, does the Border Collie love doing that. With boundless unlimited energy, there’s no telling where you might catch a Border Collie on Instagram – hiking a trail, swimming in a lake, or showing off a frisbee-catching skills.
10. Shih Tzu You won’t have trouble snapping a pic of your Shih Tzu because they are already following you from room to room. They’re happy if you’re happy and love nothing more than being right by your side.

See the full list of the most popular dog breeds on Instagram over at Our Fit Pets! And be sure to follow our Instagram! Even though all the dogs listed here are purebred dogs, you may still find them in shelters and rescues. Remember to adopt!