AKC says Lab was Top Dog in Austin 2009 again, Yorkies gained ground, Boxer lost it

The American Kennel Club (AKC) announced yesterday the "Top 5" most popular AKC-registered dog breeds in Austin for 2009. Once again, the Labrador Retriever took Austin's top spot.

"After Austin's top five remained static in 2007 and 2008, last year brought changes to the Live Music Capital of the World's list," said AKC Spokesperson Lisa Peterson. "Dogs like the Yorkshire Terrier and Dachshund gained ground in the rankings – music to the ears of small dog enthusiasts in Austin."

The lab is also the top dog in the U.S.

USA Today's Paw Print Post says Austin's Uno stood out among the many dogs and cats at Meet the Breeds event last weekend in New York

Breeders were encouraged to dress and create booths that reflected their pet's heritage at the Meet the Breeds event in New York City last weekend, where more than 160 dog breeds and 40 cats were on display to educate the public about how to pick a species and breed. Above, Jane Ramey of Port Washington, N.Y., dressed in a period Russian costume with her Russian Blue cat Czar Nicholas.

USA Today's Paw Print Post columnist highlights Uno's appearance at the event, a joint venture of the American Kennel Club and the Cat Fanciers' Association. "One that will stick with me: the crowds of kids and parents who rushed to meet Uno, one of the most popular dogs in America."

Uno is featured in this video that shows many of the sights and -- ruff ruff, meow -- sounds from the weekend.