In 2024, there are 6,147 registered dogs, with a notable increase since 2008, likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, as many sought companionship during lockdowns. The most common breeds are Chihuahua, Labrador, and Französische Bulldogge, while popular names include Luna, Nala, Rocky, and Kira, with some unique names inspired by pop culture.
In the reference period of 2024, there are a total of 6,147 registered dogs. Of these, 3,268 are female and 2,879 are male. The distribution of dogs across different regions shows that 5,031 dogs reside in Basel, 1,042 in Riehen, and 74 in Bettingen. The oldest dog recorded is 24 years old. The three most common dog breeds during this period are Chihuahua with 340 individuals, Labrador with 290, and Französische Bulldogge with 210.
The most popular dog names for this period include Luna with 154 occurrences, Nala with 84, and Rocky and Kira both with 76. Among the newly registered dog names, some stand out for their uniqueness or pop-culture references. Names like Bailey James Dumbledore, Bumblebee, Mr. Darcy, and El Chapo suggest inspiration from movies, literature, and television.
Since 2008, the total number of registered dogs has shown a clear upward trend. In 2008, there were fewer dogs compared to the 6,147 recorded in 2024. This increase is particularly noticeable around the 2020–2021 period, which may be linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, many people sought companionship during lockdowns, potentially leading to a rise in dog ownership. In 2019, the year before the pandemic, there were 5,072 registered dogs, indicating a significant increase in the subsequent years.
| 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.