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What's the lifespan of a Lapso shitzu?

I am wondering what the lifespan for this kind of dog? I have had mine for 2 1/2 years. I love my Sammy girl . Do they always follow you to every place you go?

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Answer #1

Lhasa Apso: About 15 or more years. This breed is very long-lived. Some dogs live up to 18 or more years.

Shih-Tzu: About 15 years or more.

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Answer #2

Hi,

I think you mean Lhasa. Lhasa Apsos tend to have a very long lifespan of 15-18 years. The oldest living dog in history was a Lhasa, documented 29 years of age in 1939.

Since (I believe) mutts are often healthier than purebreds, you can expect to have Sammy around for quite awhile!

Answer #3

I would say anywhere drom 9-15 years is a safe bet. Some pass sooner the others and it depends on health, treatment, and genetic disposition. YOu can lose a dog at 3, and one at 19, same breed same litter. THere are way too many variables at work when trying to predict lifespan

Answer #4

all animals can live to be very very very elderly! :)

Answer #5

I had my Gidget for almost 17 years. I had to put her to sleep due to some health isues. I had her since she was 5 weeks old. She too was a Lapso Shitzu.

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