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.

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1American Indian DogAmerican Indian DogHealth 5.0Apartment 2.0Energy 4.019 yrs2Coton de TulearCoton de TulearHealth 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.019 yrs3Rat TerrierRat TerrierHealth 4.5Apartment 4.0Energy 4.018 yrs4ChihuahuaChihuahuaHealth 3.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.018 yrs5New Guinea Singing DogNew Guinea Singing DogHealth 4.5Apartment 1.5Energy 4.518 yrs6Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)Health 3.5Apartment 4.0Energy 3.518 yrs7Toy PoodleToy PoodleHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.518 yrs8Chinese Crested Dog (Hairless)Chinese Crested Dog (Hairless)Health 3.0Apartment 4.5Energy 3.018 yrs9Lucas TerrierLucas TerrierHealth 4.5Apartment 4.0Energy 3.517 yrs10Tibetan TerrierTibetan TerrierHealth 3.0Apartment 4.0Energy 3.517 yrs11Lagotto RomagnoloLagotto RomagnoloHealth 3.0Apartment 3.0Energy 4.017 yrs12Smooth-faced Pyrenean SheepdogSmooth-faced Pyrenean SheepdogHealth 4.5Apartment 2.5Energy 5.017 yrs13Pyrenean Shepherd (Long-Haired)Pyrenean Shepherd (Long-Haired)Health 4.5Apartment 2.5Energy 5.017 yrs14Mi-KiMi-KiHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 2.516 yrs15OdisOdisHealth 4.5Apartment 5.0Energy 3.516 yrs16WällerWällerHealth 4.5Apartment 3.0Energy 4.016 yrs17Alaskan Klee Kai (Mini Husky)Alaskan Klee Kai (Mini Husky)Health 3.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.516 yrs18Kai Ken (Tiger Dog)Kai Ken (Tiger Dog)Health 4.0Apartment 2.5Energy 4.016 yrs19BasenjiBasenjiHealth 2.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.016 yrs20Volpino ItalianoVolpino ItalianoHealth 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs21Norwegian BuhundNorwegian BuhundHealth 3.5Apartment 3.0Energy 4.516 yrs22Miniature PinscherMiniature PinscherHealth 3.0Apartment 4.5Energy 4.516 yrs23Poodle (Miniature or Dwarf)Poodle (Miniature or Dwarf)Health 3.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs24Bichon FriseBichon FriseHealth 2.5Apartment 5.0Energy 3.016 yrs25HavaneseHavaneseHealth 4.0Apartment 5.0Energy 3.016 yrs26German Wirehaired PointerGerman Wirehaired PointerHealth 3.5Apartment 2.0Energy 5.016 yrs27West Highland White TerrierWest Highland White TerrierHealth 2.5Apartment 4.5Energy 3.516 yrs28Manchester TerrierManchester TerrierHealth 3.5Apartment 3.5Energy 4.516 yrs29Puli (Hungarian Water Dog)Puli (Hungarian Water Dog)Health 3.0Apartment 3.0Energy 4.516 yrs30SchipperkeSchipperkeHealth 3.0Apartment 3.5Energy 4.516 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.