Just 9.1 per cent of the UK's dogs are found in Scotland, with South Scotland and Lothian named the dog hotspots north of the border (stock image).
'This inaccuracy can have serious implications as it affects important statistics like how many dogs of different breeds or sizes live in certain regions, how the dog population grows each year, and the overall trends in dog ownership,' Dr McMillan said.
Just 9.1 per cent of the UK's dogs are found in Scotland, with South Scotland and Lothian named the dog hotspots north of the border.
East London has just one dog per 20 people, followed by West Central London (1.2), West London (1.4), South West London (1.4), and North London (1.4).
From tiny Chihuahuas to huge Great Danes, Britain is home to over 200 different dog breeds.
