Turkey's 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds 2027
Based on xpetotel.com booking data and registration statistics.
1. Labrador Retriever (18% of bookings)
- Most popular in Istanbul and Ankara
- High energy, water-loving
- Hotel need: Pool access, 2+ hours exercise
- Average price: 380-700 TRY/night
2. Golden Retriever (15%)
- Family favorite across Turkey
- Social, adaptable
- Hotel need: Outdoor space, social interaction
- Average price: 360-680 TRY/night
3. Poodle (all sizes) (12%)
- Urban favorite, apartment-friendly
- Intelligent, low-shedding
- Hotel need: Daily brushing, mental stimulation
- Average price: 200-550 TRY/night
4. German Shepherd (10%)
- Popular nationwide
- Working breed mentality
- Hotel need: Security, mental work
- Average price: 380-750 TRY/night
5. Maltese (8%)
- Small, popular in apartments
- Sensitive, loyal
- Hotel need: Heated facilities, quiet environment
- Average price: 180-380 TRY/night
6. Yorkshire Terrier (7%)
- Tiny but vocal
- Popular in major cities
- Hotel need: Warm, small dog section
- Average price: 180-380 TRY/night
7. Husky (6%)
- Growing trend, weather mismatch
- High maintenance in Turkey
- Hotel need: Air conditioning, expert staff
- Average price: 380-850 TRY/night
8. Beagle (5%)
- Family dog, curious
- Escape artist
- Hotel need: Secure fencing, scent enrichment
- Average price: 220-450 TRY/night
9. Dachshund (4%)
- Urban favorite
- Back injury risk
- Hotel need: Ramps, no stairs
- Average price: 200-400 TRY/night
10. French Bulldog (3%)
- Trendy urban breed
- Breathing challenges
- Hotel need: Cool temperature, limited exercise
- Average price: 220-450 TRY/night