Meet the Cutest Dog Breeds on the Planet

According to Google search stats, many of us find the time to search for the cutest dog breeds to ponder over. No matter how fast-paced our lives may be, between juggling child-care, work meetings, friend-meetups, family gatherings and more – it’s a priority. Put simply, cute dogs (and cute cats too, of course) make us feel happy.

If you’re addicted to cutest dog breed memes, gifs, social posts and YouTube videos, you’re not alone. We are too. And if like other pet lovers you’re curious which perky pup is considered the cutest dog in the world, here are three ways of deciding.

In no particular order, here they are.

Cutest dog breeds according to the ‘Golden Ratio’

Deciding on the cutest dog in the world seems like a tough cookie to crack. It’s perhaps a near impossible thing to decide. Especially given each breed and dog has its individual cuteness traits that could blow any cuteness radar.

But like so many questions that vex and perplex us, science has found a solution. The Golden Ratio is a mathematical ratio that uses symmetry and proportion to measure perfection. AKA cuteness. And according to a research project, using this measure the top five cutest dog breeds are:

#1. Dalmatian

Dalmatians are the cutest dog in the world, scoring 67.03% on the Golden Ratio. 

#2. Irish Water Spaniel

The Irish Water Spaniel comes in at second place with 66.26%.

#3. Wire Fox Terrier

In third place we have the feisty Wire Fox Terrier with 65.53%.

#4. Labrador

The Aussie favourite, Labrador Retriever nips in at fourth place with 64.67%.

#5. Basset Hound

Rounding off in fifth place is the gorgeously floppy-eared Basset Hound with 64.43%.

Top dog on social media

Science may be dependable, but since we’re talking cutest dog breeds, social media has a role to play too. If you base your decision on social media, you’re talking about public opinion. And let’s face it, public opinion is real because we all have to have our say for it to exist!

The top dog dominating Instagram, and by extension holding the position of cutest dog in the world right now, is a Pomeranian…

Pomeranian cuteness power

@Jiffpom has almost 10 million followers on Instagram. If you scroll through Jiff’s IG account it’s easy to see why. It’s virtually impossible not to melt with the cuteness OVERLOAD!!!

Here’s one of Jiff’s pics:

But if that’s not enough, check out this cute dog’s music video appearance and his double Guinness World Record. Watch the video here:

Want to know about some local social media doggy icons? Read about these five Australian dog Instagram accounts to follow. We’re sure you’ll rate them some of the cutest dog breeds! Also check out these 10 New Dog Breeds, we’re pretty sure there are some you’ve never even heard of!

Cutest dog in the world according to us

Like we said, choosing the cutest dog breeds in the world is near impossible. But we’ve found a way… Quite simply put, the cutest dog in the world is the one that becomes your best friend. Or the one who’s already stolen your heart. Whether they’re an adopted dog or a purebred dog.

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