In 2024, there were 6,147 registered dogs, with a notable increase in registrations since 2008, likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic. The most common dog breeds were Chihuahua, Labrador, and Französische Bulldogge, with Luna being the most popular dog name, and unique names like Bailey James Dumbledore and El Chapo reflecting creative naming trends.
In the reference period of 2024, there were a total of 6,147 registered dogs. Of these, 3,268 were female and 2,879 were male. The distribution of dogs across different regions was as follows: 5,031 dogs resided in Basel, 1,042 in Riehen, and 74 in Bettingen. The oldest dog recorded during this period was 24 years old. The three most common dog breeds were Chihuahua with 340 dogs, Labrador with 290 dogs, and Französische Bulldogge with 210 dogs.
The most popular names for dogs in this period were Luna, Nala, and Rocky, with Luna being the most favored. Among the newly registered dog names, some stood out for their uniqueness or pop-culture references. These included names like Bailey James Dumbledore, Bumblebee, Mr. Darcy, and El Chapo, which reflect a humorous or creative approach to naming pets.
Since 2008, there has been a noticeable increase in the total number of registered dogs. In 2008, the data is not explicitly provided, but by 2019, the number of registered dogs was 5,072. This number rose to 5,945 in the previous year and further increased to 6,147 in 2024. This upward trend suggests a growing interest in dog ownership over the years. Notably, there seems to be a spike in dog registrations around 2020–2021, which could be linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. During lockdowns, many people sought companionship, leading to an increased demand for pets, including dogs.
| Dog Name | Number of Dogs |
|---|---|
| Luna | 154 |
| Nala | 84 |
| Rocky | 76 |
| Kira | 76 |
| Mia | 62 |
| Bella | 62 |
| Milo | 54 |
| Lucy | 54 |
| Lucky | 52 |
| Leo | 52 |
| Dog Breed | Number of Dogs |
|---|---|
| Chihuahua | 340 |
| Labrador | 290 |
| Französische Bulldogge | 210 |
| Yorkshire Terrier | 200 |
| Jack Russel Terrier/Parson Russel T | 195 |
| Spitz, klein, mittel u gross | 173 |
| Pudel, klein und mittel | 167 |
| Dackel | 165 |
| Golden Retriever | 149 |
| Malteser | 144 |
🤖 This text was generated with the assistance of AI. All quantitative statements are derived directly from the dataset listed under Data Source.