Most popular dog breeds Australia 2025: The surprising dog breed that outranks Cavoodles as most popular in one Aussie state

The most popular dog breed in Australia has been revealed, and it’s the same for all states and territories – except one.

New data from pet insurance provider Petsy shows that Cavoodles are the most popular dog, especially in New South Wales where the most policy holders are.

But in Tasmania the breed doesn’t even feature in the top five dog breeds.

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Here are the top five dog breeds by state, according to Petsy.

New South Wales

1. Cavoodle

2. Golden retriever

3. French bulldog

4. Labrador retriever

5. Miniature dachshund

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Victoria

1. Cavoodle

2. Golden Retriever

3. Labrador Retriever

4. Miniature dachshund

5. French bulldog

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Australian Capital Territory

1. Cavoodle

2. Labrador retriever

3. Black cocker spaniel

4. Border collie

5. Miniature dachshund

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Queensland

1. Cavoodle

2. Golden retriever

3. Miniature dachshund

4. Border collie

5. French bulldog

South Australia

1. Cavoodle

2. Golden retriever

3. Labrador retriever

4. German shepherd

5. French bulldog

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Northern Territory

1. Cavoodle

2. French bulldog

3. Border collie

4. Australian bull Arab cross

5. Golden retriever

Western Australia

1. Cavoodle

2. Golden retriever

3. French bulldog

4. Labrador retriever

5. Border Collie

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Tasmania

1. Whippet

2. Border collie cross

3. Labrador retriever

4. German shepherd

5. Border collie

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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and poodle cross first arrived in Australia in the 1990s and has quickly become popular thanks to their cuteness and low-shedding coats.

However, the breed faces a number of health issues according to Petsy policyholder data.

The most common concerns facing Aussie Cavoodle owners are gastrointestinal and digestive disorders, ear disorders, skin conditions, eye disorders and anal gland issues.

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The rise in Cavoodle health issues has been put down to unscrupulous breeding practices so owners are encouraged to get their Cavoodles from reputable breeders.

”Cavoodles may be Australia’s sweethearts, but too many are being bred without regard for health or ethics. We’re urging owners to dig deeper and ask the tough questions, choose your breeder wisely, and protect your pup from day one,” Monica Limanto, Petsy founder, said.

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