Matcher
Breed matcher
Sort breeds by median lifespan within your size filter. Lifespan is useful context, but temperament, exercise needs, grooming, training, and household fit matter just as much.
Current answer: the best breed is not simply the one with the longest median lifespan. Choose a dog whose needs you can meet consistently.
Silken Windhound
Median lifespan 16 yrs
American Hairless Terrier
Median lifespan 15 yrs
Chihuahua
Median lifespan 15 yrs
Coton de Tulear
Median lifespan 15 yrs
Rat Terrier
Median lifespan 15 yrs
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Median lifespan 15 yrs
Alaskan Klee Kai
Median lifespan 14 yrs
American Eskimo Dog
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Australian Cattle Dog
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Australian Terrier
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Basenji
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Bedlington Terrier
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Belgian Malinois
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Bergamasco Sheepdog
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Bichon Frise
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Biewer Terrier
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Bolognese
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Border Collie
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Border Terrier
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Boykin Spaniel
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Brussels Griffon
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Cairn Terrier
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Carolina Dog
Median lifespan 14 yrs
German Spitz
Median lifespan 14 yrs
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose only by lifespan?
No. Lifespan is one factor. Lifestyle fit, training needs, grooming, budget, space, and temperament matter heavily.
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