Dog Breeds
Explore different dog breeds and calculate their age in human years. Select a breed to see specific information and age calculations.
Small Breeds
Small breeds often live longer than larger breeds, with many reaching 15-20 years of age. They tend to mature quickly in their first few years but age more slowly in later years.
Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog, and is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua.
Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is a small spitz-type dog named after the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany.
Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed developed in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills.
Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is a toy dog breed originating from Tibet and was bred as a companion dog for Chinese royalty.
Maltese
The Maltese is a small breed of dog in the toy group known for its silky white coat.
Medium Breeds
Medium-sized breeds typically have lifespans of 10-15 years. Their aging pattern is more linear compared to small and large breeds.
Beagle
The Beagle is a breed of small scent hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound.
Border Collie
The Border Collie is a working and herding dog breed developed in the Anglo-Scottish border region.
Bulldog
The Bulldog is a British breed of dog of mastiff type with a wrinkled face and distinctive pushed-in nose.
Cocker Spaniel
The Cocker Spaniel is a breed of gun dog that originated in the United Kingdom.
Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a breed of herding dog from the United States, developed for herding livestock.
Large Breeds
Large and giant breeds generally have shorter lifespans, typically 8-12 years. They mature more slowly but tend to age more rapidly in their later years.
German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is a breed of medium to large-sized working dog that originated in Germany.
Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is a medium-large gun dog that was bred to retrieve shot waterfowl during hunting.
Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is a medium-large gun dog that was bred to retrieve game, especially waterfowl.
Great Dane
The Great Dane is a German breed of domestic dog known for its large size.
Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a breed of domestic dog, regarded as medium-to-large or large.
Mixed Breeds
Mixed breed dogs often benefit from hybrid vigor, which can lead to fewer health problems and potentially longer lifespans compared to purebreds with known genetic issues.