Puppies

Life expectancy Unfortunately, dogs have a far shorter life span than we do. On average, a dog will live to 12 years, although many live considerably longer. The Toy breeds have the best life expectancy and may survive well into their teens. The giant breeds are not long lived, and it is very rare for a Great Dane, for example, to reach double figures. Crossbreeds A crossbreed refers to a dog that has different pedigree parents, such as a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle, creating a Labradoodle, which has become a popular choice in recent times. If a dog has no known pedigree ancestry, he is referred to as a mongrel. These dogs make great family pets, but if you buy a puppy, you will have no idea how big he will grow or what his temperament will be like.

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Puppies