Saturday, 27 Feb 2021 08:24 AM MYT Science says the Dalmatian is the world's cutest dog breed. ― Getty Images via ETX Studio Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest updates on news you need to know. NEW YORK, Feb 27 ― The world's cutest dog breed is the Dalmatian, according to highly serious research published by the pet insurance comparison specialist, MoneyBeach. The ranking is based on the famous “golden ratio,” an equation that's often used to understand what makes some things more visually attractive. However, when it comes to the cutest pets, the dog is outstripped by its longtime rival, the cat. This study is based on the so-called golden ratio, a mathematical equation often used in art and design to draw in people's eyes with visually attractive compositions. After comparing photos of 100 dog breeds, the study found that the Dalmatian adheres most closely to the notion of “perfection” defined by the golden ratio.