A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes over the last few years â according to Kennel Club figures dog ownership has soared to record levels.
There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so thereâs plenty of thinking to do before you select your familyâs latest addition.
Thereâs even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Corenâs book âThe Intelligence of Dogsâ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.
One thing to take into consideration is that some dogs arenât as simple as others when it comes to food.
Breeds like the Labrador Retriever will eat pretty much anything (creating its own problems), whereas other breeds have a tendency to eat very little or even refuse food.
Here are the 10 breeds of dog that are the pickiest eaters.
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9. Pekingese
Speaking of treats, there are few breeds as keen on tasty titbits than the Pekingese. Their quest for them can lead to them blackmailing you with their behaviour - so if they think that skipping a healthy meal will lead to treats from a worried owner, then that's exactly what they will do. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

10. Cavalier KIng Charles Spaniel
With the Cavalier KIng Charles Spaniel it's a case of feast or famine - either they are hoovering up any food they can get their paws on, or they're refusing to eat. Set mealtimes and strict portion control is important to get this breed into a well-established routine. Photo: Canva/Getty Images