A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes in the last couple of years – Kennel Club figures show dog ownership soared and post-lockdown demand for four-legged friends remains high.
There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest addition.
One thing to take into consideration is whether you already have a dog at home, with certain breeds far more happy to socialise with other pooches.
Meanwhile, others just like being left by themselves and will find sharing your house – and you – with a rival a bit of a trial.
Here are the 10 breeds that get on best with other dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
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9. Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers, like their Labrador Retriever cousins, instantly want to become every other dog's best friend. The only difficulty comes when they meet a dog that doesn't want to play - they genuinely don't understand why other pups wouldn't swiftly fall in love with them. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
10. Corgi
Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi were originally bred to herd animals, so don't be surprised if they try their innate skills to round up other animals on the daily walk. They are also pack dogs, so like being in a group, and can keep up with the fittest of larger, despite their diminutive size. Photo: Canva/Getty Images