Aussie Cattle Dog Rounds Up Top Votes
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Media release: 25 October, 2011
Aussie Cattle Dog Rounds Up Top Votes
The votes are in and according to a recent nation-wide poll by www.vetshopaustralia.com.au the most popular dog breed chosen to be the family pet is the good old Australian Cattle dog. This favourite Aussie breed came out in front with a total of 1 in 4 Australians having owned a Cattle dog.
A close second on the race to be crowned the most popular man’s best friend was the Labrador retriever securing a solid 23% of votes which left the German shepherd in third place scoring 19%.
The working dogs proved to make their mark once again as the preferred choice of Australian pet owners with 16% of respondents claiming to have picked a border collie as their household pet and 15% choosing a Kelpie.
Jack Russel, Maltese Shih-Tzu, Golden retrievers and Rottweilers all received a small portion of votes but not nearly enough to take the title.
Head Veterinarian at VetShopAustralia Dr Mark Perissinotto thought it was no surprise that the working dogs, shepherds and Labradors’ received the winning votes.
"They have all been favourite breeds amongst pet owners for decades due to their loyal nature and ability to become all round great family pets,” Dr Perissinotto said.
“However there are still hundreds of great breeds that are no doubt the winning favourites in many pet owners’ eyes”
“Different breeds really are suited to different people and environments so do your research before picking a breed to ensure the dog you choose is a suitable match for you to take home as the newest family member,” Dr Perissinotto said.
“Many dogs end up homeless and in shelters because they were not compatible with their owner. Be sure the pet you choose has energy levels that you can keep up with and that your living arrangements are suitable for that particular breed," he said.
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Further information
Media Contact: Jemma Lenton 07 5453 4840
Jemma.lenton@vetshoponline.com
Address: 5/42 Owen Creek RD. Forest Glen QLD
Go to the Dr Mark bio page for more information about Dr Mark Perissinotto.