With the significant increase in the number of dog owners recently, there has been a greater interest in the life expectancy of these domestic companions. A detailed study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, focused on investigating the life expectancy of a variety of dog breeds. Check out:
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Jack Russell Terrier: With an average lifespan of 12.72 years, the Jack Russell Terrier tops the list as the longest-lived breed analyzed in the study.
Yorkshire Terrier: Small dogs, like the Yorkshire Terrier, have an average lifespan of 12.54 years, ranking second on the list.
Springer Spaniel: Springer Spaniels, known for their energy, have an average life expectancy of 11.92 years.
Border Collie: Recognized as one of the most intelligent breeds, Border Collies have an average lifespan of 12.10 years.
Cocker Spaniel: This breed, originally bred for hunting, has an average lifespan of 11.31 years.
Labrador Retriever: Being one of the most popular breeds, the Labrador Retriever has an above average life expectancy of 11.77 years.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier: With growing popularity, this breed has an average lifespan of 11.33 years.
Shih Tzu: Originally from Tibet, Shih Tzus live an average of 11.05 years.
German Shepherd: Known for their usefulness in various roles, German Shepherds have an average life expectancy of 10.16 years.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: This gentle breed has an average lifespan of 10.45 years.
Beagle: A sniffer dog breed, the Beagle has an average life expectancy of 9.85 years.
American Bulldog: The first of the four breeds with the lowest life expectancy, the American Bulldog, with its flat face, lives an average of 7.79 years.
Husky: Despite its endurance, the Husky has an average life expectancy of 9.53 years.
Pug: Known for their cuteness, Pugs have an average lifespan of 7.65 years.
French Bulldog: Even with its growing popularity, the French Bulldog has one of the shortest life expectancies at 4.53 years.
English bulldog: Another brachycephalic breed, the English Bulldog, has an average life expectancy of 7.39 years.
These findings highlight the range of life expectancies among different dog breeds, with factors such as size, physical characteristics and genetic background influencing longevity.
