Americans’ Favorite Dog Breeds: A State-by-state Look

California: French Bulldog

French bulldogs (“Frenchies”) are irresistible to Californians, and who can blame them? This breed is playful, easygoing and protective. Despite its name, it’s not actually from France. According to American Kennel Club, it comes from Nottingham, a city in England, where it was a companion to lace makers. But when the Industrial Revolution took hold in England, many lace makers relocated to France and took their dogs with them.

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