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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5. Yorkshire Terrier
The tiny Yorkshire Terrier tends to live for between 14 to 17 years, significantly longer than their larger terrier cousins. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

6. Lhasa Apso
Originally hailing from Tibet, the Lhasa Apso tends to live for around 14 years, but they are another breed that have been known to reach the double decade. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

7. Shih Tzu
Cute and playful Shih Tzu dogs can live for up to 18 years, but average closer to 13. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

8. Dachshund
Both the smooth haired and long haired varieties of Dachshund live for between 12-17 years - with one record-breaker called Chanel reaching the age of 21. Photo: Canva/Getty Images