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Top Ten Dog Breeds in Pinellas County, Florida

2012 May 17
tan american pit bull terrier puppy in a blue soft "e" collar
APBT Puppy

Compare Doc Truli’s Top Ten Dog Breeds to the AKC Top Ten

Pinellas County Favors Different Breeds than the US as a Whole

First, let us point out, the American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) is the most frequently seen dog breed by Doc Truli in Clearwater, Florida, USA.  The American Kennel Club does not recognize the American Pit Bull Terrier as a Breed, but does recognize the less common American Staffordshire Terrier.  Therefore, any Top Ten dog list for Pinellas County would be remiss in not discussing the special needs of the APBT.

The Labrador Retreiver and the Beagle enjoy the top middle of the pack on the national and local lists.  The Chihuahua is the third most commonly seen kind of dog at All Pet Care Hospital, yet it ranks only #14 in registrations in the AKC in 2012.

brown and white short-haired chihuahua leans out of her cage for some attention and lovin'

Chihuahua!

Golden Retreivers, Bulldogs, Rottweilers, and German Shepherd Dogs are in the AKC top ten, but in the Tampa Bay area, we prefer Chihuahuas, American Pit Bull Terriers, Cocker Spaniels, and Miniature Schnauzers in our Top Ten Dog Breeds.

Why Should You Care About Breed Specific Advice?

Why does it matter?  Your dog’s main breed matters very much to us because we know, based on scientific research, what diseases your dog is prone to.  We know what age to start looking.  And we know which University genetics departments run which tests for your dog in order to screen for the problems in the first place.  Early detection and knowledge of a potential problem frequently means a cure or a prevention of a full-blown disease in the future!

Call to schedule a breed specific consult today 877 DR TRULI

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  1. Maria R Aguilar permalink
    May 18, 2012

    This is the best place I ever visited. I love the staff, very dedicated!!! I went in for a Health Certificate and they help me out!!! My cat love the place!!! Thank you !!!

    • JLaw permalink*
      May 22, 2012

      Thank you, Maria,
      We enjoyed meeting you very much. Good luck in your travels and we’ll see you in a few years when you move back to Clearwater.

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