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The 10 most beautiful dog breeds in Australia

October 1, 2024 - 1.07am

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Every dog is beautiful but there are some breeds that have particularly striking features.
Pet grooming brand Wahl found out which 10 breeds are considered the most beautiful in a survey of 1,553 dog owners, ahead of the Wahl Next pet Model competition which aims to find the new face of the brand.
While one breed was found to be the most beautiful, groomer Emily Myatt says all dogs look "gorgeous if they're properly groomed".
Read on to see which dog breeds made the list.
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10. Australian Shepherd — 2 / 8
10. Australian Shepherd
Despite the name, this dog, which owners voted the 10th most beautiful breed, was actually bred in California in the US in the 1800s.
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9. Labrador — 3 / 8
9. Labrador
Labradors, the ninth most beautiful dog breed in Australia, are a popular family dog also known for their intelligence, leading them to be the top choice as therapy and assistance dogs.
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7. Border Collie — 4 / 8
7. Border Collie
Bred for sheep-herding, this breed's name is a nod to the Anglo-Scottish border region they originated from.
With its two-tone lush fur, border collies were ranked the seventh most beautiful dog breed by Australian owners.
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6. Cocker spaniel — 5 / 8
6. Cocker spaniel
Known for its stunning coat and long ears, cocker spaniels took out the sixth spot in the top 10 most beautiful dog breeds list.
They are happy and affectionate dogs that love to be active outside.
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5. French bulldog — 6 / 8
5. French bulldog
With its small body, large "bat" ears and cute face, the French bulldog is considered the fifth most beautiful dog breed in Australia.
Playful, friendly and known for not barking much, French bulldogs are popular with city residents.
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3. German shepherd — 7 / 8
3. German shepherd
German shepherd dogs have a striking regal appearance that no doubt helped them become the third most beautiful dog breed in Australia.
This breed originated in Germany and was bred for sheep herding.
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2. Golden retriever — 8 / 8
2. Golden retriever
In at number two with its thick golden coat is the golden retriever.
This popular breed originated in Scotland and is an affectionate and intelligent dog considered good for families.
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