Dog Breed Lifespan Chart: How Long Do Dog Breeds Live?
A dog’s lifespan depends heavily on its breed and size: small dogs often live into their mid-to-late teens, while giant breeds may only reach 7 to 10 years. This sortable chart lists the average lifespan of 45+ popular dog breeds, with each breed’s size and the health issues most likely to affect how long it lives. Click any column heading to sort, or search for a specific breed. If you’d rather search and filter a bigger list, our breed lifespan explorer covers 79 breeds as an interactive tool; this page is the chart, with health notes.
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| Key health & longevity notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Labrador Retriever | 11–13 | Large | Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia and obesity; keeping the dog lean adds years. |
| French Bulldog | 10–12 | Small | Typical range is 10-12, but flat-faced breathing problems pull real-world lifespan far lower (UK data near 4.5 yrs). |
| Golden Retriever | 10–12 | Large | High cancer rate; more than half of deaths are cancer-related. |
| German Shepherd | 9–13 | Large | Hip and elbow dysplasia and degenerative myelopathy are the main concerns. |
| Poodle (Standard) | 12–15 | Medium–Large | Long-lived for its size; bloat and hip dysplasia are the watch items. |
| Bulldog (English) | 8–10 | Medium | One of the shorter-lived breeds; brachycephalic breathing and joint issues. |
| Rottweiler | 9–12 | Large | Cancer (especially bone cancer) and joint disease shorten lifespan. |
| Beagle | 10–15 | Small–Medium | Generally hardy; watch weight and, in some lines, epilepsy. |
| Dachshund | 12–16 | Small | Long-lived; the long back predisposes to disc disease (IVDD). |
| German Shorthaired Pointer | 10–12 | Large | Athletic and healthy; bloat (GDV) is the main lifespan risk. |
| Pembroke Welsh Corgi | 12–13 | Small | Long-lived for its build; obesity and back issues are concerns. |
| Australian Shepherd | 12–15 | Medium | Generally healthy; some lines carry MDR1 drug sensitivity. |
| Yorkshire Terrier | 11–15 | Small | Long-lived toy; dental disease and collapsing trachea are common. |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | 12–15 | Small | Long typical range, but mitral valve heart disease often shortens real-world life. |
| Doberman Pinscher | 10–12 | Large | Dilated cardiomyopathy is the leading lifespan-limiting condition. |
| Boxer | 10–12 | Medium–Large | Higher-than-average cancer and heart-disease rates. |
| Great Dane | 7–10 | Giant | Classic short-lived giant; bloat (GDV) and heart disease. |
| Siberian Husky | 12–14 | Medium | Hardy working breed; eye disorders more than lifespan-limiters. |
| Bernese Mountain Dog | 7–10 | Giant | One of the shortest-lived breeds, due to very high cancer rates. |
| Cane Corso | 9–12 | Giant | A bit longer than typical for a giant; bloat and joint disease. |
| Shih Tzu | 10–18 | Small | Long-lived; the flat face means dental and eye care matter. |
| Boston Terrier | 11–13 | Small | Mildly brachycephalic; prone to eye injuries. |
| Pomeranian | 12–16 | Small | Among the longest-lived breeds; dental disease and tracheal collapse. |
| Havanese | 14–16 | Small | Very long-lived and generally healthy. |
| English Springer Spaniel | 12–14 | Medium | Generally healthy; ear infections and some hereditary eye issues. |
| Shetland Sheepdog | 12–14 | Small–Medium | Healthy herder; MDR1 sensitivity in some lines. |
| Brittany | 12–14 | Medium | Athletic, healthy sporting dog; hip dysplasia is the main concern. |
| Mastiff (English) | 6–10 | Giant | Among the shortest-lived breeds; bloat, cancer, and joint disease. |
| Chihuahua | 14–16 | Small | One of the longest-living breeds; dental disease and heart murmurs. |
| Border Collie | 12–15 | Medium | Healthy and athletic; hip dysplasia and epilepsy in some lines. |
| Pug | 13–15 | Small | Typical range is generous, but brachycephalic issues lower real-world lifespan (UK data near 7.5 yrs). |
| Maltese | 12–15 | Small | Long-lived toy; dental disease and luxating patella. |
| Vizsla | 10–14 | Large | Generally healthy and active; some cancer predisposition. |
| Weimaraner | 10–13 | Large | Bloat (GDV) is the primary lifespan risk. |
| Collie (Rough) | 10–14 | Large | MDR1 drug sensitivity and Collie eye anomaly are breed risks. |
| Newfoundland | 9–10 | Giant | Short-lived giant; heart disease and bloat. |
| Rhodesian Ridgeback | 10–12 | Large | Generally robust; dermoid sinus and bloat are concerns. |
| Basset Hound | 12–13 | Medium | Long-lived for its size; ear infections, obesity, and back strain. |
| Bichon Frise | 14–15 | Small | Very long-lived; bladder stones and allergies are common. |
| Akita | 10–14 | Large | Bloat, hip dysplasia, and autoimmune conditions. |
| Saint Bernard | 8–10 | Giant | Typical giant-breed lifespan; bloat, cancer, and joint disease. |
| Australian Cattle Dog | 12–16 | Medium | Exceptionally long-lived; the record holder reached 29. |
| Cocker Spaniel | 10–14 | Medium | Ear infections and some hereditary eye and heart conditions. |
| Whippet | 12–15 | Medium | Healthy with few genetic issues; sensitive to anesthesia. |
| Samoyed | 12–14 | Medium | Generally healthy; watch for hereditary kidney disease. |
| Alaskan Malamute | 10–14 | Large | Hardy; hip dysplasia and some hereditary conditions. |
| Great Pyrenees | 10–12 | Giant | A bit longer than typical for a giant; bloat and joint disease. |
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What about mixed breeds, mutts, and doodles?
Mixed-breed dogs (and designer crosses like Labradoodles and Goldendoodles) aren’t listed above because they don’t have a single standard lifespan: they inherit a blend of traits from their parent breeds. The best guide for a mixed-breed dog is its adult size: a 15-lb mix tends to live like a small breed (13–17 years), while a 90-lb mix ages more like a large or giant breed. Mixed-breed dogs often enjoy slightly better health than purebreds thanks to a more diverse gene pool.
Calculate Your Dog’s Age & Life Stage →About this data & sources
Lifespan ranges were compiled and cross-referenced from established veterinary and breed-registry references. The figures shown are typical ranges for a healthy dog. For flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds such as the French Bulldog, Pug, and English Bulldog, real-world data shows substantially shorter average lifespans than the typical range. We note this on those rows. Ranges are guidance, not guarantees: size, weight, diet, and veterinary care all move the number.
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