9 Dog Breeds That Sadly Have The Shortest Life Span

Scottish Deerhound: 8-11 years

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This gentle giant breed might develop a variety of health issues early in life. Heart disease is frequent in deerhounds.

ROTTWEILER: 8-11 YEARS

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Early exercise and activity are essential for Rottweilers. The breed can have serious health issues later in life. Canine hip dysplasia, stomach torsion, bone cancer, and elbow dysplasia

SAINT BERNARD: 8-10 YEARS 

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Due of their rapid growth and weight, St. Bernards can develop major bone problems. St. Bernard needs a healthy diet and exercise. The breed has hereditary osteosarcoma. 

NEWFOUNDLAND: 8-10 YEARS

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A friend and worker, the Newfoundland (Newfie) is named after the Canadian province. SAS, a hereditary disorder, affects Newfie. This heart valve defect is prevalent.

Bullmastiff: 7-8 years

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Its loyalty and adaptability to home life make the Bullmastiff a popular domesticated breed. This playful breed has many health issues. The breed suffers from lymphoma, bloat, hip and elbow deformity, and arthritis. 

Great Dane: 7-8 years

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 The breed consumes less energy and food due of its slow metabolism. Great Danes frequently get bloat and hip dysplasia. Veterinarians call this breed the “heartbreak” breed due to its heart ailments.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 6-8 years

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Swissies are versatile workers. The breed excels at herding cattle, pulling hefty loads, and guarding. The health issues typical of large breed dogs apply to this breed. Hip dysplasia and bloat are prevalent.

Mastiff: 6-8 years

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This breed can weigh 225 pounds! The breed is nearly 5,000 years old, but its size shortens its longevity.

Irish Wolfhound: 6-7 years

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Irish Wolfhounds, another large dog, die young. Gastric torsion (bloat) is frequent in deep-chested dogs, and dilated cardiomyopathy and bone cancer kill most.