To celebrate International Dog Day, the team behind the popular Higher or Lower Game has launched a brand-new game mode especially for dog lovers. The fun, fast-paced game challenges players to guess which dog breeds are searched for more often on Google, based on the latest global data.
Using Google search trends from June 2024 to July 2025, the research reveals which breeds truly have the world's attention online.
Perhaps surprisingly, the Cane Corso, an Italian Mastiff known for its guarding instincts and loyal temperament, takes the crown as the most Googled dog breed globally. The ever-popular Golden Retriever ranks second, while the powerful Rottweiler claims third place.
In the UK, it's a slightly different story with Cane Corso (1st), Boxer (2nd), and Cockapoo (3rd).
Gareth Evans, creator of the Higher or Lower Game, explained the inspiration behind the project:
"As a dog owner myself — with a cheeky Yorkshire Terrier called Ralph — I know how much joy our pets bring us. I wanted to create a game that dog lovers everywhere could enjoy, something fun to mark International Dog Day but also a little educational. It's a celebration of our four-legged friends and the breeds that capture people's hearts worldwide."
Guess which breeds rule Google — try the Higher or Lower Dog Game now.
Spoiler alert - don't read the next bit before playing the game!
Top 10 most Googled dog breeds in the UK
Breed Searches per Month
- Cane Corso 246,000
- Boxer 246,000
- Cockapoo 165,000
- Cavapoo 135,000
- Cocker Spaniel 135,000
- Dobermann 135,000
- Golden Retriever 135,000
- Belgian Malinois 110,000
- Dachshund 110,000
- German Shepherd 110,000
- Pomeranian 110,000
- Rottweiler 110,000
- XL Bully 110,000
Methodology: Google search data was analysed for over 200 dog breeds worldwide, covering the period June 2024 – July 2025.
Dog lovers can play the new "Most Googled Dog Breeds" Higher or Lower game here
