The 30 Cutest Dog Breeds You ll Wish You Could Cuddle All the Time
Still, we’ll take any opportunity to scroll through pictures of precious pups in a futile but fun effort to identify the cutest dog breeds on the planet. Those paws and pads! Those fuzzy bellies and tails! Those wet noses and floppy ears and happy tongues… we could just eat them all up. Every last one of these doggos is the goodest boy or girl — hands down. Which one is the cutest isn’t a matter of fact, but rather a matter of personal opinion. And absolutely all dogs deserve a lifetime of play, treats, love, and loyalty as essential members of the family.
The top 20 cutest dog breeds in the world, ranked according to science
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Ranking the cuteness of dogs? You might as well rank the beauty of flowers. Yet a study has claimed to find a pattern which suggests which are the best-looking dogs in the world. Toby Keel takes a look.
Sometimes, studies and research are clearly done with the idea of furthering the knowledge of mankind. But just as every builder can’t create Buckingham Palace, so too everyone with access to a computer and a copy of Excel can’t be expected to unlock the secrets of the universe.
So it was with tongue firmly in cheek, we imagine, that pet insurance comparison website moneybeach.co.uk put together its report to decide which types of dog are the most beautiful to the human eye. They used as their basis the Golden Ratio, a well-respected theory in art and design which dates back to the Classical world, and which draws heavily on patterns observed in Nature.
A picture of each dog breed — 100 were considered in all — was then rated to see how closely its features adhered to the ratio.
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The results are… well, surprising. Seeing the rottweiler in 8th place, seven places above the cavapoo.
The 30 Cutest Dog Breeds You’ll Wish You Could Cuddle All the Time
Our definitive ranking includes small pups, medium pooches and big ones, too!
Just like their human counterparts, every single dog in the world is perfect and adorable in its own way. Picking the cutest among them is like picking the cutest baby in the nursery. That is to say, the one that belongs to you and your family is undoubtedly the most breathtaking, irresistible creature in the lot!
Still, we’ll take any opportunity to scroll through pictures of precious pups in a futile but fun effort to identify the cutest dog breeds on the planet. Those paws and pads! Those fuzzy bellies and tails! Those wet noses and floppy ears and happy tongues… we could just eat them all up. Every last one of these doggos is the goodest boy or girl — hands down. Which one is the cutest isn’t a matter of fact, but rather a matter of personal opinion. And absolutely all dogs deserve a lifetime of play, treats, love, and loyalty as essential members of the family.
The dog breeds on our list include some pure breeds, some mixed breeds and some perfectly lovable and adorable dogs hardly deserving of their less-than-flawless reputations! Don’t forget the next great love of your life might be waiting for you right now at your local animal shelter.
Are you looking to add a new member to the family — or just can’t get enough dog pics? Check out our roundups of the best family dogs, best small dog breeds and best large dog breeds for more inspiration.
Maltipoo
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This cross-breed pup is the result of breeding a miniature poodle with a Maltese. They’re known to be lively, energetic and just plain adorable.
Chow-chow
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Good thing chow-chows are so cute: they’re notoriously stubborn and difficult to train.
Shih Tzu
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If those big, soulful eyes and floppy ears don’t do it for you, the attitude will. This breed is known for showering its humans with affection and devotion.
Border Collie
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This medium-sized herding dog isn’t just cute, but presents an air of sophistication, too. Apropos of a breed from across the pond!
Pug
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Just try to resist that wrinkly face and smooshed-up muzzle! The curly tail seals the deal when it comes to cuteness.
Siberian Husky
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The only thing better than one adorable husky is an entire sled team of ’em. Just be prepared for their outsized energy.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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Trust the Queen of England to have an excellent taste in dogs. Elizabeth II’s love for corgis goes unmatched — she’s had over 30 of them in her lifetime!
Australian Shepherd
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Beauty and brains, Aussies have got it all. These intelligent pups like having a job to do, so the people-pleasers pick up new tricks right away.
American Staffordshire Terrier
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Am Staffs are just one of the breeds popularly called pit bulls, but don’t let stereotypes fool you. Thes e good-natured and smart pups love being a part of the family.
Beagle
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Snoopy may be the world’s most popular beagle , but the three-dimensional ones are just as charming. The lovable hounds like to follow their noses, occasionally right into trouble.
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shelties love kids and cuddles. And with that face, what more could you need?
Golden Retriever
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They’re one of the most popular dogs in the country for a reason. Goldens look photo-ready no matter what.