How Many Years Do Dogs Live
Dogs Age Range
The ages of dogs range from 6 years to 13 years depending on the dog's family and size, the longest-lived dogs were from the Australian cattle dog breed and they lived 29 years.
Of course, this is a large and rare number, but in general there are some factors that determine how many years a dog lives, which we will explain to you in detail.
The ages of dogs are determined mainly by breed and size, and then by the type of food they eat and the amount of health and physical care they receive.
You may be surprised if you know that the smaller the dog, the greater its chance of a longer life, so dogs of the Chihuahua or Griffon may live longer than the dogs of the Saint Bernard breed, for example.
The period that dogs live varies from one breed to another, and among the observations that aroused the interest of researchers is that small breeds live longer than huge breeds, for example, the average life span of a large Dane dog (Great Dane), which weighs 70 kg is seven Only years, while a Toy poodle weighing 4 kg can live fourteen years, and the results of research conducted on more than 56,000 dogs belonging to 74 breeds indicate that each increase in the dog's mass by 2 kg reduces The life expectancy of the dog is one month.
The Life Span Of Some Dog Breeds
The Following is the average age of some dog breeds :
Afghan Hound > 12
Airedale Terrier > 11
Akita > 10
Australian Shepherd > 12
Beagle > 12
Boxer > 9
Bulldog > 6
Bullmastiff > 8
Doberman > 10
German Shepherd > 10
Golden Retriever > 12
Irish Wolfhound > 7
Mastiff > 7
Shih Tzu > 13
*Taking Care of Elderly Dogs
Here are some tips to take care of elderly dogs, which may increase their chances of living for a longer period :
Visiting the veterinarian once every six months instead of once a year to check on the health of the dog, and to perform the necessary laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging.
Make sure to walk the dog for short periods several times a day to maintain its activity.
Using the slopes inside the house to help the dog climb the stairs, and putting special carpets to protect him from slipping while walking.
Providing an orthopedic dog bed to relieve body pain.
Feed the dog a healthy, nutritious and low-calorie food, and provide nutritional supplements for elderly dogs.
Keep a special record of the dog's health status, contact the veterinarian and seek help when noticing changes in his behavior or health condition.
*The Dog's feeding and treatment System
Some believe that the large number of dogs eating food means that they are in good health and that they enjoy the majestic, beautiful shape that gives them elegance, but this is not always true.
Obesity is one of the risks that shortens dogs' lives and leads to a lot of health problems. Some studies have proven that lighter dogs live 2 years longer than those of overweight.
Also, health care has a great impact on extending the life of the dog, periodic vaccinations and attention to the teeth of dogs and fur, as well as attention to appropriate physical activity will keep the dog for the longest time possible in complete health.
Do not ignore the vaccination on an annual basis, because viral diseases may shorten the dog's life and lead to a rapid deterioration in his health. Also, you should always consult your veterinarian if you notice any changes to your dog.
*Pay Attention To the Emotional Attachment Between you and your Dog
Some acquire dogs for decoration or for social appearance and do not consider the dog as one of the family members, we are not talking about here that the dog has a job other than guarding, hunting, or anything else, but we explain the importance of maintaining the true connection between you and your dog.
Dogs offer you love for free, and do not expect anything from you but love, so do not treat your dog with negligence or ignore it as if it does not exist because this will cause rapid deterioration in its health and thus cause shortening of its life.
Make sure to provide enough time for your dog on a daily basis, and to walk him periodically and do not neglect to go with him on trips on your own or play with him on a daily basis.
You also have to take into account his personal hygiene and take care of him in order to raise his mood and help him stay with you as long as possible.
Leave Ample Room For Movement
When dogs get older, their eyesight becomes very weak and their body activity decreases, so that it may be difficult for them to move from one place to another or house to another easily, and of course if the place you are in is small, they will find it difficult to move and bump into everything that is opposite them, whether furniture or Things are in front of her
until this resolves the matter, move the furniture a little away from where the dog sits or get him out of the room completely and make her in the center of the room a wide place where she can walk.
The Tail of The Big Dog
You have to take precautions that when the dog grows up, his tail will grow with him and become stronger, so it is possible for the dog to wag his tail only and break the furniture or porcelain in the house.
So keep valuables away from your dog.
Providing the Necessary Food for his Health
During this period, dogs are in great need of nourishment, whether from natural food, dry foods, or nutritional supplements, especially protein, because it preserves the bones of dogs and prevents them from developing any infections in old age, so take good care of their nutrition and provide them with food at regular times.
And if you notice any ill or fatigue on your big dog, do not hesitate to contact us and request a video consultation service for dogs , or request a home visit service by calling 01120000961, and Vetwork will reach you immediately.
Give your dog ample time to Rest
Dogs at this age tend to take longer naps and sleep and relax for longer periods than small dogs, so provide a comfortable dog bed and away from annoying sounds so that you get the rest you need in the day.
Help your dog
Make sure to provide great and permanent assistance to the dog and provide him with all his food, drink and other needs, as well as do not forget to hug your dog from time to time so that he feels safe and provide him with adequate lighting and a quiet bed.
Clean the floor of your home
Always and make sure that it is free of any contaminants that may reach your dog or even coins or other things, as the dog may accidentally put them in his mouth, as well as the plastic bags keep them away from him so that he does not get tangled with them and get hurt by them.
Cover the sharp corners of the furniture
Because it will hurt your dog severely if he collides with it, you can buy soft rubber pillows that will be specially designed for this purpose, so that you can reassure your dog if he collides in anything that he will not be hurt.
Mythical Dogs
Maggie, a Kilby, who is believed to be the oldest dog in the world, died in the house where she was living in a dairy farm in the Australian state of Victoria at the age of 30.
Brian McLaren, the owner of the black dog, expressed his deep sadness over the death of the dog, describing it as a "wonderful companion".
He told both the Guardian and the Weekly Times that she was "still walking alongside him pretty well until last week, walking from the dairy to the office and chasing cats and other things."
He added, "Two days ago, I went to the bottom of the hill and told myself yesterday morning when I came home to lunch that she did not miss long," then it became clear that she chose the place where she would die.
"I am sad, but I am glad that she went the way she chose," he said. Maggie was buried in a tomb under a pine tree in the hill.
McLaren had started raising Maggie since she was an eight-week-old pup with his son who was then 4 years old.
And Maggie received national media attention in November of last year after McLaren announced that she was the oldest dog in the world but lost her property papers and any evidence that she was able to set this record.
And the Guinness Book of World Records listed the dog "Ploy", the Australian cattle dog who died in 1939 at the age of 29, as the record holder.
