See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. In a perfect world, our dogs would stick around for decades. Instead, ...

Just as we intend to live our best life, we want our dog's life to be happy, healthy, and long-lasting, too. And while owners may think it's an old wives' tale that smaller dog breeds have a longer ...

Do you ever look at your dog and wonder how much time you might have left together? While the thought of losing your furry friend often is a difficult one, the sad reality is that we only get a few ...

The award for the longest dog lifespan goes to the official dog of Madagascar, the coton de Tulear. (By the way, it’s pronounced KO-Tone dih TOO-lay-ARE, and try to say it with a French accent.) ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While we already know that dogs' life expectancies vary widely across breeds, scientists recently dug deeper to better understand ...

To find out the longest-living dog breeds, Stacker examined data from the journal Nature and the American Kennel Club's 2024 breed popularity rankings. - Linas T // Shutterstock To find out the ...

I remember when I was looking for my first Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. One dog expert advised me, "Those are very sweet dogs, but if you are looking for that particular breed you should know that ...

Did you know some dogs can live well into their late teens, or even beyond? It's no secret that our furry companions bring happiness into our lives, but wouldn't it be amazing to have that bond last ...

Pet ownership in the United States has exploded over the last few decades. As of 2026, about 70% of U.S. households own a pet, according to the American Pet Products Association; a significant ...