There were more than new registrations of pet dogs in Norway in 2023. In 2025, measured by new registration numbers, the most popular dog breed was the Border Collie.
Comparison to SwedenÂ
In Sweden, Labrador Retriever dogs were the most popular breed in 2023 with * animals. Also, more than * registered German Shepherd dogs were recorded.
Banned dog breeds 
In Norway, dog breeds which are considered potentially aggressive and dangerous are banned. It is also illegal to have crossbreeds of them or import these dogs into the country. Moreover, it is against the law to import dogs that have been trained to attack. Banned dog breeds are for example, Pit Bull Terriers or American Staffordshire Terriers. In general, the import of live animals is strictly regulated. Despite the strict regulations, the import value of live animals has been high in 2023 compared to the previous years.
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Norsk Kennel Klub. (January 16, 2026). Most popular dog breeds in Norway in 2025, by number of registrations [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved August 04, 2026, from /statistics/858282/most-popular-dog-breeds-in-norway-by-number-of-registrations/
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