Read This Before Adopting Your Next Dog

Considering adopting a new furry friend but worried about the heartbreak after they are gone? One of life’s biggest tragedies is that our loyal canine companions don’t live as long as we do. We’ve compiled a list of the longest-living dog breeds guaranteed to reach a ripe-old age, even if it’s not quite forever.

Pomeranian

The Pomeranian is named for the Pomerania region in Germany and Poland in Central Europe. These lively pups have a maximum life expectancy of 16 years, and an average life expectancy of 14 years.

 

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Post originally appeared on American Upbeat.