America's Most Popular Dog Breeds
Insurance guides for the top 10 breeds based on AKC registration data. Each includes health risks, costs, and our insurance recommendation.
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French Bulldog
Very High RiskCommon Health Issues
BOAS, IVDD, allergies, skin infections
Est. Insurance
$45-85/mo
Essential
Labrador Retriever
Medium RiskCommon Health Issues
Hip dysplasia, obesity, ACL tears
Est. Insurance
$35-75/mo
Recommended
Golden Retriever
High RiskCommon Health Issues
Cancer (60%), hip dysplasia, heart disease
Est. Insurance
$45-85/mo
Essential
German Shepherd
High RiskCommon Health Issues
Hip dysplasia, DM, bloat, EPI
Est. Insurance
$50-100/mo
Recommended
Poodle
Medium RiskCommon Health Issues
Bloat (Standard), Addison's, eye issues
Est. Insurance
$30-70/mo
Recommended
Dachshund
High RiskCommon Health Issues
IVDD (25%), obesity, dental disease
Est. Insurance
$30-55/mo
Highly Recommended
Rottweiler
High RiskCommon Health Issues
Cancer, hip dysplasia, heart disease
Est. Insurance
$50-100/mo
Recommended
Beagle
Medium RiskCommon Health Issues
Epilepsy, ear infections, hypothyroidism
Est. Insurance
$25-50/mo
Worth Considering
English Bulldog
Very High RiskCommon Health Issues
BOAS, skin infections, hip dysplasia (70%+)
Est. Insurance
$55-100/mo
Essential
German Shorthaired Pointer
Medium RiskCommon Health Issues
Hip dysplasia, bloat, cancer, ACL tears
Est. Insurance
$40-70/mo
Recommended
Quick Insurance Recommendations
Essential (Get Insurance)
- • French Bulldog — Breathing, spine, skin issues
- • Golden Retriever — 60% cancer rate
- • English Bulldog — Most health-challenged breed
Highly Recommended
- • Dachshund — 25% IVDD rate
- • German Shepherd — Joint issues, bloat
- • Rottweiler — Cancer, joint problems
Recommended
- • Labrador — ACL tears, joint issues
- • Poodle — Varies by size
- • Beagle — Chronic conditions
- • German Shorthaired Pointer — Bloat, activity injuries
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