2024 Year in Review: Canadian Pup Parent Trends

According to Canadian pet owners, your dog might just be your ultimate reflection! A whopping 70% of pet parents believe that a person’s choice of dog breed is a direct extension of their own personality. And conversely, 84% think that a dog’s personality is shaped by its human pup parent. So, if your pup is the life of the dog park or a laid-back couch cuddler, it might just be picking up on your vibe.

True to the Canadian stereotype, kindness reigns supreme - 74% of pet parents agree that friendliness and sociability are the most important traits a dog can have. After all, a dog isn’t called a “man’s best friend” for nothing!

Top Breeds in Canada in 2024

No. 1

Non-Designer Mixed Breeds

No. 2

Labrador Retriever

No. 3

Golden Retriever

No. 4

Goldendoodle

No. 5

German Shepherd

No. 6

French Bulldog

No. 7

Shih Tzu

No. 8

Cockapoo

Top trending dogs increasing in popularity throughout 2024

No. 1

Yorkshire Terrier

No. 2

Toy Poodle

No. 3

Bichon Frise

No. 4

French Bulldog