As a pet parent myself, I can say that we all hope our four-legged friends will live forever, even though logic tells us otherwise. And that’s exactly why some people choose to adopt one of the dog breeds that live the longest.

To this point, research has shown that small dogs typically live longer than large breeds, as the latter are more prone to joint and bone problems, stomach troubles, and hormone disorders, among other issues. Large dog breeds also have higher rates of heart disease, arthritis, and cancer as they get older.

“Small dogs are believed to live longer than large breeds because of their lower growth rate, which results in lower metabolic demand and lower oxidative stress on cells,” further explains Jaclyn M. Coble, DVM, the CEO and founder of Sea Legs Integrative Veterin

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