1. Golden Retriever
Popular for beauty, loyalty, and friendliness. Ideal for families, great with kids and strangers. Intelligent and easy to train. Average Height: Female (51–56 cm) Male (56–61 cm). Average Weight: Female (25-32 kg) Male (30-34 kg). Lifespan: 10–12 years
2. Labrador Retriever
Most popular UK breed in 2021. Selfless, kind, and loving. Great with children, easy to train. Average Height: Female (55–360 cm) Male (57–62 cm). Average Weight: Female (29-32 kg) Male (29-36 kg). Lifespan: 10–12 years
3. King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
Small, suited for families. Affectionate, calm, and sociable. Ideal for families with kids. Average Height: Female (30-33 cm) Male (30–33 cm). Average Weight: Female (5.9-8.2 kg) Male (5.9-8.2 kg). Lifespan: 10–14 years
4. Cocker Spaniel
Affectionate, loyal, and sociable. Good with strangers, protective. Active, great for families. Average Height: Female (38-39 cm) Male (39–41 cm). Average Weight: Female (12-15 kg) Male (13-16 kg). Lifespan: 11–12 years
5. Miniature Schnauzer
Smart, affectionate, and trainable. Perfect for families, smaller size. Average Height: Female (30–36 cm) Male (30–36 cm). Average Weight: Female (5.4–9.1 kg) Male (5.4–9.1 kg). Lifespan: 12–15 years
6. Saint Bernards
Friendly, calm, and protective. Great with children, patient. Easy to train, gentle breed. Average Height: Male (70–90 cm) Female (65–80 cm). Average Weight: Male (64 – 82 kg), Female (54 – 64 kg). Lifespan: 8–10 years
7. Boxers
Loyal, fearless, and social. Thrives in active environments. Requires professional training. Average Height: Male (57–63 cm) Female (53–60 cm). Average Weight: Male (27–32 kg) Female (25–29 kg). Lifespan: 10–12 years
8. Cockapoo
Loyal, fearless, and social. Thrives in active environments. Requires professional training. Average Height: Male (57–63 cm) Female (53–60 cm). Average Weight: Male (27–32 kg) Female (25–29 kg). Lifespan: 10–12 years