{"id":617853,"date":"2024-04-16T17:40:48","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T21:40:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/?p=617853---37b101e3-a7e7-4b9d-9bf0-85b93c36054b"},"modified":"2024-04-16T17:40:48","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T21:40:48","slug":"healthiest-dog-breeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Healthiest Dog Breeds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you searching for the most healthful dog breeds to introduce into your household? Or maybe, you&#8217;re merely curious about identifying the healthiest dog breed to broaden your knowledge base.<\/p>\n<p>In any case, this brief guide will help you answer the question: <strong>which dog breed is the healthiest<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>In selecting these 10 healthiest dog breeds, we have considered the lifespan of each as the foremost criterion. Only dogs with lifespans over 10 to 13 years have made the cut. Secondly, we have also considered the breed\u2019s capacity to live beyond this average lifespan. Finally, we have taken into account the world record of the longest living dogs for this list as well.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 10 of the healthiest dog breeds that are also some of the <strong>best dogs to have<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor: pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#Healthiest_Dog_Breeds\" title=\"Healthiest Dog Breeds\">Healthiest Dog Breeds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#1_Chihuahuas\" title=\"1.\u00a0 Chihuahuas\">1.\u00a0 Chihuahuas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#2_Maltese\" title=\"2.\u00a0 Maltese\">2.\u00a0 Maltese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#3_Jack_Russell_Terrier\" title=\"3.\u00a0 Jack Russell Terrier\">3.\u00a0 Jack Russell Terrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#4_Border_Collie\" title=\"4. Border Collie\">4. Border Collie<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#5_Irish_Terriers\" title=\"5. Irish Terriers\">5. Irish Terriers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#6_Pharaoh_Hound\" title=\"6. Pharaoh Hound\">6. Pharaoh Hound<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#7_Silky_Terrier\" title=\"7.\u00a0 Silky Terrier\">7.\u00a0 Silky Terrier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#8_Beagle\" title=\"8. Beagle\">8. Beagle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#9_Siberian_Husky\" title=\"9. Siberian Husky\">9. Siberian Husky<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#10_Australian_Cattle_Dog\" title=\"10. Australian Cattle Dog\">10. Australian Cattle Dog<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/healthiest-dog-breeds\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Healthiest_Dog_Breeds\"><\/span>Healthiest Dog Breeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Chihuahuas\"><\/span>1.\u00a0 Chihuahuas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/ourfitpets.com\/care\/long-haired-chihuahua-owners-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chihuahuas<\/a>, the life expectancy is found to be 18 years with some dogs living up to a record 20 to 25 years!<\/p>\n<p>Chihu (as they are fondly called) is filled with love, determination, and happiness. They are also one of the smartest dog breeds and can give you years and years of joy with proper training, a healthy diet, and daily exercise.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Maltese\"><\/span>2.\u00a0 Maltese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/maltese-adventures-mother-daughter\/\">Maltese<\/a> dogs are also considered the healthiest dog breed owing to their longer than \u2018dog average lifespan\u2019. Female Maltese live even longer when properly taken care of.<\/p>\n<p>Most small breeds live longer than their giant or larger counterparts.<\/p>\n<p>The average lifespan of Maltese is about 12 to 15 years.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Jack_Russell_Terrier\"><\/span>3.\u00a0 Jack Russell Terrier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Not only do Jack Russell terriers make it to the healthiest dog breeds list, but they also are considered some of the best dogs to have. Their high energy and bubbly personalities win hearts everywhere they go.<\/p>\n<p>These smart dogs have an average life span of about 16 years and one of the oldest Jack Russell hailed from Somerset in England having died at 25 years of age!<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Border_Collie\"><\/span>4. Border Collie<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>This smart dog is considered one of the best family dogs because of its intelligence and loving personalities.<\/p>\n<p>Careful breeding has also reduced many health issues in these healthiest dogs. The average lifespan of Collies is about 14 years. Exercise this breed properly every day and they might live even longer than 14 years.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Irish_Terriers\"><\/span>5. Irish Terriers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Irish terriers have an average <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/pug-life-span\/\">life span<\/a> of 14 years. Some even live up to 16 years with proper diet and exercise.<\/p>\n<p>They usually have no major health issues too with the only issue being reported is urinary stones from time to time.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Pharaoh_Hound\"><\/span>6. Pharaoh Hound<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The Pharaoh Hounds are one of the healthiest dog breeds owing to their very pure lines. They are also the oldest dog breed believed to have arrived nearly 3000 years ago!<\/p>\n<p>Healthy Pharaohs can last nearly 15 years with proper care and diet.<\/p>\n<p>With their short coats, they also make it to the list of <strong>healthiest dog breeds that don&#8217;t shed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Silky_Terrier\"><\/span>7.\u00a0 Silky Terrier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The Silky terrier is one of the healthiest small dog breeds. They have a long life up to 14 years with some dogs going on till 16 years.<\/p>\n<p>Mostly, the breed does not have any major health issues and the two that have been reported are patellar luxation and Legg-Perthes.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Beagle\"><\/span>8. Beagle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>There is nothing cuter, funnier, and more loving than a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/sunny-day-beagles-love-outdoors\/\">Beagle<\/a> which is considered one of AKC\u2019s Top 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds.<\/p>\n<p>This compact-sized dog can live up to 15 years, with some going on to live up to 16 year-18 years.<\/p>\n<p>A Beagle named Butch from Virginia, USA is known to have lived to a ripe old age of 27 years!<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Siberian_Husky\"><\/span>9. Siberian Husky<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Siberian <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/best-dog-food-for-huskies\/\">Huskies have fewer genetic health issues compared to most dog<\/a> breeds.<\/p>\n<p>Common issues include in the breed include eye problems, hip dysplasia, and some gastric diseases. However, the breed\u2019s long and interesting origins with thousands of years of evolution behind them have given them a lifespan of almost 15 years.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Australian_Cattle_Dog\"><\/span>10. Australian Cattle Dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The ACD or Australian Cattle dog enjoys a healthy life with few diseases and genetic health issues.<\/p>\n<p>This highly loyal dog is also very intelligent and adaptable.<\/p>\n<p>It remains, to date, a favorite of ranchers, farmers, and cattle owners for their high energy and the ability to take on various roles for their owners.<\/p>\n<p>Bluey, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guinnessworldrecords.com\/world-records\/oldest-dog#:~:text=The%20greatest%20reliable%20age%20recorded,sleep%20on%2014%20November%201939.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">longest living dog on record<\/a>, was an Australian Cattle Dog that lived up to 29 years of age.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We have chosen these healthiest dog breeds based on their average lifespan and some other criteria.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, there are shortcomings in these criteria, but we believe that they are the best means of determining <strong>what is the healthiest breed of dog<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>We also firmly believe that all dogs, with good food, regular exercise, and plenty of love, can give us humans joy and happiness for years to come!<\/p>\n<p>Are you a first time dog owner wannabe? Perhaps <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/best-dogs-for-first-time-owners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this dog breed post<\/a> will help you decide which dog breed best fits your lifestyle!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you searching for the most healthful dog breeds to introduce into your household? Or maybe, you&#8217;re merely curious about identifying the healthiest dog breed to broaden your knowledge base. In any case, this brief guide will help you answer the question: which dog breed is the healthiest? 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