This Is the Dog That Soared the Most in Popularity Last Year

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June 1, 2022 12:00 pm

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20. Spanish Water Dog
> Increase in popularity: 8 spots
> Popularity in 2021: 145 out of 197
> Popularity in 2020: 153 out of 197
> Personality: Playful but also work-oriented, very active, upbeat
> Life expectancy: 12-14 years
> Group: Herding

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19. Bedlington Terrier
> Increase in popularity: 8 spots
> Popularity in 2021: 133 out of 197
> Popularity in 2020: 141 out of 197
> Personality: Loyal, charming, frollicking
> Life expectancy: 11-16 years
> Group: Terrier

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18. Swedish Vallhund
> Increase in popularity: 9 spots
> Popularity in 2021: 160 out of 197
> Popularity in 2020: 169 out of 197
> Personality: Friendly, energetic, watchful
> Life expectancy: 12-15 years
> Group: Herding

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17. English Cocker Spaniel
> Increase in popularity: 9 spots
> Popularity in 2021: 43 out of 197
> Popularity in 2020: 52 out of 197
> Personality: Energetic, merry, responsive
> Life expectancy: 12-14 years
> Group: Sporting

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16. Manchester Terrier (Toy)
> Increase in popularity: 10 spots
> Popularity in 2021: 123 out of 197
> Popularity in 2020: 133 out of 197
> Personality: Agile, spirited, intelligent
> Life expectancy: 15-17 years
> Group: Terrier

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