The last two years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent during the global pandemic.The last two years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent during the global pandemic.
The last two years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent during the global pandemic.

Dogs With Long Lives: These are the 10 breeds of adorable dog that live the longest lives

With puppy ownership continuing to soar post-lockdown, here are the dog breeds that are most likely to live to a very old age.
By Leanne Clarke
Published 7th Jul 2022, 13:39 BST
Updated 7th Jul 2022, 13:46 BST

With 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup – whether you want a large dog, family-friendly dog, or crossbreed.

One of the terrible truths of dog ownership is that we are likely to outlive our adored pet, with the average dog living just 10-13 years – but some breeds tend to have longer lives than others.

The oldest recorded Beagle was called Butch, from the USA, who lived until he was 28. More usually, Beagles can be expected to live for between 12 and 16 years.

5. Beagle

The oldest recorded Beagle was called Butch, from the USA, who lived until he was 28. More usually, Beagles can be expected to live for between 12 and 16 years.

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Both the smooth haired and long haired varieties of Dachshund live for between 12-17 years - with one record-breaker called Chanel reaching the age of 21.

6. Dachshund

Both the smooth haired and long haired varieties of Dachshund live for between 12-17 years - with one record-breaker called Chanel reaching the age of 21.

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Cute and playful Shih Tzu dogs can live for up to 18 years, but average closer to 13.

7. Shih Tzu

Cute and playful Shih Tzu dogs can live for up to 18 years, but average closer to 13.

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Fluffy Pomeranians, named after a region on the border of Poland and Germany, tend to live for between 12 and 16 years.

8. Pomeranian

Fluffy Pomeranians, named after a region on the border of Poland and Germany, tend to live for between 12 and 16 years.

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