These Are the 10 Naughtiest Dog Breeds — But Is Yours on the List?

Have you ever wondered which dog breeds are the naughtiest? Well, new research has identified the most mischievous mutts causing havoc at home – and the fluffy white Japanese Spitz has topped the list.

The team at Protect My Paws analyzed 87,886 Instagram posts, calculating the proportion of #gooddog and #baddog hashtags for each breed. While every pup can be cheeky at times, their study found that certain breeds are more likely to be naughty than others — including the Shichon, Cockapoo and Welsh Terrier.

"If being affectionate is a crime, the snowball known as the Spitz is going straight to the doghouse," say the team at Protect My Paws. "Couple this lack of respect for your personal space with a mischievous sense of humor, and you can expect to be clambered over, interrupted, snuzzled, and maliciously cuddled."

Looking to adopt one of the naughtier dog breeds? Be sure to keep valuable items out of the way to ensure nothing gets damaged. Sometimes our pets act out of boredom, so keep them occupied by heading out for a walk or grabbing their favorite toy to play with.

Take a look at the cheekiest breeds below...

10 top naughty dog breeds

1. Japanese Spitz (86.67 %)

2. Shichon (78.38 %)

3. Mudi (77.27 %)

4. Cockapoo (76.55 %)

5. Wire-haired Vizla (76.19 %)

6. Chug (76%)

7. Poochon (75.81 %)

8. Welsh Terrier (74.29 %)

9. Keeshond (73.08%)

10. English Springer Spaniel (72.83 %)

5 common bad habits from naughty dogs

1. Digging up flowers/grass in the garden

2. Ripping up furnishings including sofas, chairs, and cushions

3. Urinating on furnishings including sofas, beds, and carpets

4. Scratching furnishings including doors and cabinets

5. Chewing their owner's favourite shoes and clothes

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