Dog Age Calculator by Breed

How do you tell how old your dog is in human age?

Check out our Dog Age Calculator by Breed. No math required!

Dog Breed:

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Equivalent Human Age:
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Introduction

Ever found yourself wondering, "How old is my dog in human years?" You're not alone! The age-old theory that a single dog year equates to seven human years doesn't always hold up to scrutiny. The truth is, a dog's breed and size play a pivotal role in determining their age in human years.

Introducing the Dog Age Calculator by Breed – a groundbreaking tool designed to translate your pooch's age into human years with breed-specific accuracy.

Why is Breed-Specific Age Calculation Important?

Different breeds have distinct lifespans. For instance, smaller breeds like the Chihuahua often live longer than larger breeds such as the Great Dane.

Our calculator is built based on an advanced formula from a research paper in 1997. But we developed that even more.

Researchers at Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine developed a better formula by studying body weight, breed and age at death of over 25,000 dogs. They created this formula:

$\text{human age} = (16 \ln(\text{dog age}) + 31)$

But in their study, the formula does not include the breed information. It is a blanket-formula for all breeds. So, to fine tune the formula, we included the breed lifespan information and normalized by average lifespan of all types of dogs, which is 12.68 years.

Here is the advanced formula of Dog Age Calculator By Breed:

$\text{human age} = (16 \ln(\text{dog age}) + 31) \times \text{breed\_lifespan} / \text{average\_lifespan}$

Here, ln is the natural logarithm, breed_lifespan denotes the average lifespan of the chosen breed and average_lifespan is the average lifespan of all dog types.

How to Use the Dog Age Calculator

Select Your Dog's Breed: From the dropdown list, choose your dog's breed.
Enter Their Age: Input your dog's age in both years and months for precision.
Get the Result: Tada! Your dog's estimated age in human years.

Keep in mind, while our tool provides a fascinating and accurate perspective on your dog's age, nothing replaces the advice and expertise of a veterinarian.

Did you know? The Basenji, is a unique dog breed known for not barking. Instead, they produce a unique yodel-like sound called a "barroo." Originating from Central Africa, the Basenji is one of the most ancient dog breeds. Often referred to as the "barkless dog".

Supported Dog Breeds

Our tool proudly caters to a vast array of breeds. Whether you're a proud owner of an Afghan Hound, a vivacious Alaskan Klee Kai, or even a Yorkshire Terrier, the Dog Age Calculator By Breed calculator has got you covered.

Full list of breeds in Dog Age Calculator By Breed: Afghan Hound, Akita, Alaskan Klee Kai, Alaskan Malamute, American Bulldog, American Eskimo Dog, American Hairless Terrier, American Leopard Hound, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Water Spaniel, Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd, Barbet, Basenji, Basset Hound, Beagle, Beauceron, Belgian Malinois, Bergamasco Sheepdog, Berger Picard, Bernese Mountain Dog, Bichon Frise, Bloodhound, Boerboel, Bolognese, Border Collie, Borzoi, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Bracco Italiano, Brittany, Bull Terrier, Bullmastiff, Cane Corso, Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua, Chinese Shar-Pei, Chinook, Chow Chow, Cocker Spaniel, Coton de Tulear, Dachshund, Dalmatian, Doberman Pinscher, Field Spaniel, French Bulldog, German Longhaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, Golden Retriever, Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Havanese, Hovawart, Irish Setter, Irish Terrier, Italian Greyhound, Japanese Chin, Jindo, Keeshond, Komondor, Labrador Retriever, Maltese, Miniature Pinscher, Mudi, Newfoundland, Norfolk Terrier, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Otterhound, Papillon, Pekingese, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Plott Hound, Pomeranian, Poodle (Miniature), Pug, Pumi, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Rottweiler, Russian Toy, Samoyed, Schipperke, Shetland Sheepdog, Shiba Inu, Shih Tzu, Siberian Husky, Smooth Fox Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tibetan Mastiff, Treeing Walker Coonhound, Vizsla, West Highland White Terrier, Whippet, Xoloitzcuintli, Yorkshire Terrier.

Conclusion

We all love our puppies, and we just want to learn more about them to be closer to them. While no calculator can truly encapsulate the rich personalities and unique experiences of our pets, we hope this Dog Age Calculator by Breed tool offers a fun glimpse into their lives in "human years."

Each wag, woof, and cuddle is a moment worth cherishing. Let's continue celebrating the joy and companionship they bring into our lives, one dog year at a time. 🐾