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BY EMILY DAVENPORT
A small breed of dog with tons of personality is holding
on to the top spot as the most popular dog
breed in Queens.
The American Kennel Club (AKC) recently
released their 2018 ranking of the most popular
AKC-recognized dog breeds in New York City. The
French bulldog topped the list as the most popular
dog breed in Queens, particularly in Astoria, in 2018.
In fact, the French bulldog held tightly the top spot in the
top 10 most popular breeds not just in Queens, but in the
entire city in 2018.
“The Frenchie held on tightly to the top spot once
again in NYC,” said AKC Executive Secretary Gina
DiNardo. “It’s no surprise that French bulldogs topped
the charts in the Big Apple – this adaptable breed fits
right in to big city living.”
Revi Simmons, founder of the LIC Frenchies meetup group,
thinks French bulldogs are so popular for several reasons:
“Frenchies are a friendly, loving and laid-back pups,”
Simmons said. “They get along with each other and with
kids. They also love sleeping and relaxing and do not
require a lot of exercise, which works with a busy lifestyle
New Yorkers usually have. Plus, their size makes them
perfect for an NYC apartment. And most importantly, you
must admit ... who can resist them?! They are so cute!”
She founded the meetup group five years ago with her
husband, Tyler, after adopting their first French bulldog, Kelev,
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@ leeloosimmons with owner Remi Simmons