Long-Nosed Dogs Outlive Flat-Faced Breeds

A new study of nearly 600,000 British dogs from over 150 breeds suggests that small dogs with elongated snouts tend to live longer than larger, flat-faced canines. Female dogs also lived slightly longer than male ones. The findings may not apply to dogs outside Britain due to different breeding practices and gene pools. Further research is needed to understand why some breeds have shorter lifespans, with experts suggesting genetic predispositions, behavior, lifestyle, diet, and environment as potential factors. The study provides an opportunity to improve the lives of dogs at risk of early death.