Breeds
Basset Hound
Basset Hound
| Temperament | : | Patient / Low-Key / Charming |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | up to 15 inches |
| Weight | : | 40-65 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-13 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Beagle
Beagle
| Temperament | : | Merry / Friendly / Curious |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
13 inches & under 13-15 inches |
| Weight | : |
under 20 pounds (13 inches & under) 20-30 pounds (13-15 inches) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Bichon Frise
Bichon Frise
| Temperament | : | Playful / Curious / Peppy |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 9.5-11.5 inches |
| Weight | : | 12-18 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 14-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Border Collie
Border Collie
| Temperament | : | Smart / Affectionate / Energetic |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
19-22 inches (male) 18-21 inches (female) |
| Weight | : | 30-55 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
| Temperament | : | Affectionate / Graceful / Gentle |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 12-13 inches |
| Weight | : | 13-18 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Chow Chow
Chow Chow
| Temperament | : | Serious-Minded / Bright / Dignified |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 17-20 inches |
| Weight | : | 45-70 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 8-12 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
| Temperament | : | Intelligent / Friendly / Devoted |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
23-24 inches (male) 21.5-22.5 inches (female) |
| Weight | : |
65-75 pounds (male) 55-65 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-12 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever
| Temperament | : | Friendly / Active / Outgoing |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
22.5-24.5 inches (male) 21.5-23.5 inches (female) |
| Weight | : |
65-80 pounds (male) 55-70 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-12 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Maltese
Maltese
| Temperament | : | Gentle / Playful / Charming |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 7-9 inches |
| Weight | : | under 7 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
| Temperament | : | Friendly / Smart / Obedient |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 12-14 inches |
| Weight | : | 11-20 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Papillon
Papillon
| Temperament | : | Happy / Alert / Friendly |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 8-11 inches |
| Weight | : | 5-10 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 14-16 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Pekingese
Pekingese
| Temperament | : | Affectionate / Loyal / Regal in Manner |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 6-9 inches |
| Weight | : | up to 14 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-14 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
| Temperament | : | Smart / Alert / Affectionate |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 10-12 inches |
| Weight | : |
up to 30 pounds (male) up to 28 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-13 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
| Temperament | : | Lively / Bold / Inquisitive |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 6-7 inches |
| Weight | : | 3-7 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-16 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
| Temperament | : | Loyal / Loving / Confident Guardian |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
24-27 inches (male) 22-25 inches (female) |
| Weight | : |
95-135 pounds (male) 80-100 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 9-10 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Russell Terrier
Russell Terrier
| Temperament | : | Alert / Lively / Inquisitive |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 10-12 inches |
| Weight | : | 9-15 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-14 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Shiba Inu
Shiba Inu
| Temperament | : | Alert / Active / Attentive |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
14.5-16.5 inches (male) 13.5-15.5 inches (female) |
| Weight | : |
23 pounds (male) 17 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 13-16 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu
| Temperament | : | Outgoing / Affectionate / Playful |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 9-10.5 inches |
| Weight | : | 9-16 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-18 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Standard Poodle
Standard Poodle
| Temperament | : | Proud / Active / Very Smart |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | over 15 inches (standard) |
| Weight | : |
60-70 pounds (male standard) 40-50 pounds (female standard) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-18 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Toy Poodle
Toy Poodle
| Temperament | : | Agile / Intelligent / Self-Confident |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | No more than 10 inches |
| Weight | : | 4-6 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 10-18 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
West Highland White Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
| Temperament | : | Happy / Loyal / Entertaining |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
11 inches (male) 10 inches (female) |
| Weight | : | 15-20 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 13-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Wire Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
| Temperament | : | Gregarious / Alert / Confident |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 15½ inches |
| Weight | : |
18 pounds (male) 15-17 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 12-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Wooly Husky
Wooly Husky
| Temperament | : | Outgoing / Friendly / Intelligent / Independent / Stubborn |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : |
21-23.5 inches (male) 20-22 inches (female) |
| Weight | : |
45-60 pounds (male) 35-50 pounds (female) |
| Life Expectancy | : | 8-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
| Temperament | : | Sprightly / Tomboyish / Affectionate |
| Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed. | ||
| Height | : | 7-8 inches |
| Weight | : | 7 pounds |
| Life Expectancy | : | 11-15 years |
(Information Sourced From AKC)
