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What is the median lifespan of dogs?

About 12.7 years.

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  1. About 25 years
  2. About 5 years
  3. About 12.7 years ✔

Why: The median longevity of dogs is about 12.7 years, though it varies widely among breeds.

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Answer: About 12.7 years. The median longevity of dogs is about 12.7 years, though it varies widely among breeds.

  1. Dog en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog
    the median longevity (the age at which half the dogs in a population have died and half are still alive) is about 12.7 years
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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