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Why do small dogs live longer?: Media

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Chihuahua
Smaller dogs, such as chihuahuas, typically live longer than their larger counterparts.
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Life expectancy of dog breeds
This dataset, from a 2024 study, provides the life expectancies of dog breeds.
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