Dogs That Live Longest: These are the 10 breeds of adorable dog with longest average livespans - including the Chihuahua 🐕

The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership soar to record levels.

But with different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup – whether you want a large dog, family-friendly dog, or crossbreed.

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One of the terrible truths of dog ownership is that we are likely to outlive our adored pet, with the average dog living just 10-13 years – but some breeds tend to have longer lives than others.

Here are the 10 record-breaking dogs that live the longest lives.

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