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Top 10 Dog Breeds You See in S’pore

2016-11-20 , 4:00 pm

Last Updated on 2022-10-26 , 6:14 pm

It’s not out of the norm if you see the increasing number of friends around you who own a dog nowadays. In fact, almost every house has a fur baby these days.

I mean, dogs are always a man’s best friend and they are a great companion to have. But do you know which are the top 10 breeds that are popular in Singapore? Here’s the lowdown according to asiaone.com

#10. Pomeranian

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They are also known as ‘Pom Pom’ and have always been a popular choice for a family pet for a long time. They are petite and cute but do not let their looks fool you: they may be small but some of them are relatively fierce. They make an excellent guard dogs since they are often suspicious of strangers and bark often (but then, so small…). They shed a lot so for those who are not so keen on cleaning up often, this breed isn’t the ideal dog for the family. Pomeranians are one of the HDB-approved dogs.

#9. Labrador Retriever

This is a rather large breed of dog and has been a favorite not just in Singapore but all over the world, especially in the US and Canada. Labradors love to eat and obesity would become a problem if the owner doesn’t pay attention to their diet and exercise. They are intelligent, energetic, and good-natured hence making them a great companion for families with children. They shed a lot as well, even more than Pomeranians so you have been warned if you can’t deal with shedding. A Labrador Retriever is not an HDB approved dog as they are too big to be kept in a small HDB flat.

You might see labradors in army camps, police camps, and in Customs as they’re one of the breeds protecting our countries. If you’re interested, retired labradors are often up for adoption when these guardian angels have “ORDed”!

#8. Poodle

Poodles are affectionate and smart, which makes them one of the best companions if you are someone who loves to cuddle. They look adorable and can be lost in a pile of soft toys as they themselves resemble one (how cute!).

However, to maintain a poodle, there is a lot of grooming to be done regularly. They are a good companion for babies and kids as well so that they won’t be easily bored in the house. If the poodle is not properly trained, a board poodle is a destructive poodle. This an HDB approved dog as it’s so small, but shedding is minimal as compared to the other 2 dogs, but you’ll spend a ton on grooming it.

#7. Chihuahua

They are the world’s smallest dogs and have a really long life – up to 18 years. They too are extremely suspicious of strangers like the Pomeranian and hence would make great watchdogs (I know, unbelievable, right?). They are also approved by the HDB for residents to keep as pets. They don’t shed much as well so a bonus if you’re looking for a companion!

#6. Golden Retriever

This breed is another all-time favorite breed of dog. Their friendly and tolerant attitude makes them great family pets. However, you can probably guess the amount of shedding. Golden retriever sheds are extremely high as they have a lot of furs. Like the Labrador Retriever, obesity will be an issue if the owner doesn’t take care of its diet and exercise as they too love to eat.

This is not an HDB approved pet for residents due to its size and is relatively more popular than labradors in Singapore. Oh, when they are puppies they are just so undeniably cute. And even when they are older, you’d still want to cuddle them to sleep especially in cold weather.

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#5. Miniature Schnauzer

This breed of dog is often described as intelligent and fun-loving dogs. Teaching them tricks is also a breeze as they are extremely intelligent. They are also known to be very articulate and often bark at random objects. They are approved by HDB and don’t shed a lot either despite the amount of fur they have.

#4. The Maltese

Maltese are gentle and fearless and they greet everyone as a friend. Their glamorous white coat gives them a look of nobility. They love to be around people and are extremely adaptable to apartment living. Needless to say, with their small size they are approved by HDB as well. Despite the amount of fur, they seem to have, they don’t normally shed too much.

#3. Jack Russel Terrier

With their small size and playful nature, Jack Russel Terriers have been a favorite breed for families for a long period of time. Due to their playful nature, they would provide a tonne of exercise for the family. However, if your apartment is extremely small, this breed does not do well in small spaces so you may want to reconsider your choices.

They are well-behaved if they are trained from a young age. Failure to train a might properly result in them destroying everything in the house which is below your knee level. This breed is also approved by HDB, but as mentioned earlier, they prefer larger spaces to run around!

#2. The Mixed Breeds (Mongrels)

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You’ll see them anywhere: from your void deck to the coffee shop, roaming around and minding their own business. Mongrels are mixed-breed dogs or mutts which are a result of international breeding.

From living in the dumpsters to finding a home in Singaporeans’ homes, it’s heartwarming to know that these dogs are being loved just as much if not more by locals. Usually rescued by animal shelters, mongrels tend to grow rather big and hence they are not approved by HDB.

#1. Shih Tzu

Not unexpected, isn’t it? A Shih Tzu is just so adorable. The name “Shih Tzu” literally means “Lion Dog”. They are thought to originate from ancient China and people think that they are probably one of the oldest breeds of dogs.

They may look fierce but there is nothing fierce about this dog: a Shih Tzu is an affectionate, happy, and outgoing housedog who loves nothing more than to follow his owners from room to room. They are approved by HDB so you can adopt one and have it follow you around the house. How adorable!