The number of dogs bought in lockdown has soared as people look for new companions.
A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes last year – Kennel Club figures show dog ownership soared by nearly eight percent – and post-lockdown demand for four-legged friends remains high.
Some of the most adorable dogs are also the naughtiest, being more likely to steal food, chew on the furniture or dig up your flowerbeds.
There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest addition.
Here are the 10 naughtiest breeds of dog:
Some of the most adorable dogs are also the naughtiest, being more likely to steal food, chew on the furniture or dig up your flowerbeds.
9. Golden Retriever
What's true of a Labrador Retriever usually also holds true for Golden Retrievers - and that's certainly true when it comes to behaviour. They have a habit of chewing, sometimes well beyond puppyhood, and no unsecured food is safe in their presence.
10. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
In fairness to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel they are a breed that often grow out of their naughtiness. Take your eye off a King Charles puppy though, and all bets are off.