Comment by AlbertCory

I don't doubt the AKC's numbers, but I think the Economist is missing the -doodle dogs. Maybe because they aren't recognized breeds?

I see them constantly: labradoodles, goldendoodles, bernadoodles

Edit: I think "they don't shed" is the attraction of the -doodle. Well, my Lab doesn't shed, either, and he's never had a haircut.