Long-lived dogs: breeds that live the longest

In short Long-lived dogs reach 15+ years — mostly small and primitive breeds with robust health. Ranked by the breed’s lifespan.
How we rated

Ranked by the upper bound of the breed’s lifespan. More years = higher position.

Rankings:For apartmentsFor kidsFor beginnersMost affectionateQuietestHypoallergenicActiveSmartestGuard dogsLargestSmallestLongest-livedHealthiestCalmestCat-friendlyCold-hardyHunting dogsNon-drooling
1LabradoodleLabradoodleHealth 3.5Apartment 3.0Energy 4.077 yrs2American Indian DogAmerican Indian DogHealth 5.0Apartment 2.0Energy 4.019 yrs3Coton de TulearCoton de TulearHealth 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.019 yrs4Rat TerrierRat TerrierHealth 4.5Apartment 4.0Energy 4.018 yrs5ChihuahuaChihuahuaHealth 3.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.018 yrs6New Guinea Singing DogNew Guinea Singing DogHealth 4.5Apartment 1.5Energy 4.518 yrs7Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)Health 3.5Apartment 4.0Energy 3.518 yrs8Toy PoodleToy PoodleHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.518 yrs9Chinese Crested Dog (Hairless)Chinese Crested Dog (Hairless)Health 3.0Apartment 4.5Energy 3.018 yrs10Lucas TerrierLucas TerrierHealth 4.5Apartment 4.0Energy 3.517 yrs11Tibetan TerrierTibetan TerrierHealth 3.0Apartment 4.0Energy 3.517 yrs12Lagotto RomagnoloLagotto RomagnoloHealth 3.0Apartment 3.0Energy 4.017 yrs13Smooth-Faced Pyrenean SheepdogSmooth-Faced Pyrenean SheepdogHealth 4.5Apartment 2.5Energy 5.017 yrs14Pyrenean Sheepdog (Long-Haired)Pyrenean Sheepdog (Long-Haired)Health 4.5Apartment 2.5Energy 5.017 yrs15Mi-KiMi-KiHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 2.516 yrs16OdisOdisHealth 4.5Apartment 5.0Energy 3.516 yrs17WällerWällerHealth 4.5Apartment 3.0Energy 4.016 yrs18Alaskan Klee Kai (Mini Husky)Alaskan Klee Kai (Mini Husky)Health 3.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.516 yrs19Kai Ken (Tiger Dog)Kai Ken (Tiger Dog)Health 4.0Apartment 2.5Energy 4.016 yrs20BasenjiBasenjiHealth 2.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.016 yrs21Volpino ItalianoVolpino ItalianoHealth 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs22Norwegian BuhundNorwegian BuhundHealth 3.5Apartment 3.0Energy 4.516 yrs23Miniature PinscherMiniature PinscherHealth 3.0Apartment 4.5Energy 4.516 yrs24Poodle (Miniature or Dwarf)Poodle (Miniature or Dwarf)Health 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs25Bichon FriseBichon FriseHealth 2.5Apartment 5.0Energy 3.016 yrs26HavaneseHavaneseHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.016 yrs27German Wirehaired PointerGerman Wirehaired PointerHealth 3.5Apartment 2.0Energy 5.016 yrs28West Highland White TerrierWest Highland White TerrierHealth 2.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs29Manchester TerrierManchester TerrierHealth 3.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.516 yrs30American Hairless TerrierAmerican Hairless TerrierHealth 4.0Apartment 4.5Energy 4.016 yrs
FAQ
Which dogs live the longest?
Small and primitive breeds: Chihuahua, Russian Toy, Jack Russell, Dachshund, many spitz breeds — often 15–16+ years.
Why do small dogs live longer?
Large breeds age faster from the strain on the body; small ones wear out more slowly.
How can I extend my dog’s life?
Normal weight, exercise, a quality diet, prevention and regular check-ups are the key factors for longevity.
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The tvaryny.com editors — canine experts and vets
Ranking based on structured breed ratings. Updated regularly.