Did You Know There Are Designated State Dog Breeds?

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at KU chapter.

17 states in the U.S.A have designated state dog breeds! Check out this list to see if YOUR state has a designated best friend!

1. Alaska- The Alaskan Malamute

2. Delaware- Golden Retriever

3. Georgia- English Bulldog

4. Kansas- Cairn Terrier

5. Louisiana- Catahoula Leapard dog

6. Maine- Labrador Retriever

7. Maryland- Chesapeake Bay Retriever

8. Massachusetts- Boston Terrier

9. New Hampshire- Chinook

10. North Carolina- Plott Hound

11. Oregon- Newfoundland

12. Pennsylvania- Great Dane

13. South Carolina- Boykin Spaniel

14. Texas- Blue Lacy

15. Virginia- American Foxhound

16. Washington- Siberian Husky

17. Wisconsin- American Water Spaniel

Jacey Bishop

Jacey Bishop currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief/President of Her Campus KU. In the past, she has served as the Development Director and the Events Director for HCKU, as well as serving as a content contributor for the past three years. Jacey is currently in her final year of study at KU for her Bachelors of Social Work and English, as well as a minor in Communications. She is very active on the KU campus, participating in Student Senate, Multicultural Scholars Program, She's the First, and KU Student Ambassadors. You can contact Jacey at jaceybishop@hercampus.com.