How long do dogs live 

How long do dogs live

Dogs' age range

The period that dogs live varies from one breed to another, and from the observations that aroused the interest of researchers that small breeds live longer than huge breeds, for example, the average life span of a large Dane dog (English: 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 expected life of the dog is by one month.

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, and contact the veterinarian and seek help when noticing changes in his behavior or health condition.