Shortest-lived dog breeds: It would be wrong to call dogs just “pets,” because people who love them know that they are like family members. Their sincerity, innocence and habit of loving without any conditions makes us crazy about them. But there is also the bitter truth that their life span is very short compared to humans. Often times when people bring home a puppy, they get lost in its innocence.
But did you know that there are some dog breeds that stay with us for a very short time? Yes, the average lifespan of some heavy and large breeds is only 6 to 10 years. If you are also thinking about adopting a dog, definitely learn about the shortest lifespans of these 10 breeds.
Why do large breeds have shorter lifespans?
According to science and experts, large dogs age very quickly. Because of their heavy bodies, there is more stress on their hearts and joints, which makes them quickly become victims of problems such as cancer, heart disease, and “bloat” (severe stomach illness).
These are the 10 shortest-lived dog breeds:
Dogue de Bordeaux: The face of this breed, known as the French Mastiff, may look angry, but it is very calm. Unfortunately, their average lifespan is only 5 to 8 years.
Great Dane: They are called “gentle giants.” Known for its huge size, the average lifespan of this breed is 7 to 10 years.
Bernese Mountain Dog: These beautiful, thick-haired mountain dogs are very loyal, but due to their high risk of cancer, they usually only live for 7 to 9 years.
Irish Wolfhound: Also, the life span of this breed, which is one of the longest dogs in the world, is very short, i.e. 6 to 8 years.
Bullmastiff: Aside from being excellent guard dogs, they are very caring, but their lifespan is also limited to between 7 to 9 years.
Rottweiler: The sad thing about this breed, which is very popular in India, is that it is very susceptible to hereditary diseases. Their age is 8 to 10 years.
Saint Bernard: These huge dogs, whose intelligence is shown in movies, are very cute, but they are only 8 to 10 years old.
Newfoundland: Famous for swimming in the water and playing with children, the average lifespan of this breed is 8 to 10 years.
Mastiff: One of the heaviest dogs in the world, the Mastiff breed’s lifespan ranges between 6 to 10 years only due to its heavy body.
Leonberger: These lion-like dogs are very friendly, but their lifespan is usually only 8 to 9 years. So why not bring these breeds home?
Short lifespan doesn’t mean you shouldn’t love them. Rather, the truth is that their short journey teaches us how special and happy we are every moment we spend with them. If you give them the right diet, regular exercise and lots of love, they live every day of their lives to the fullest.
