How long does a chihuahua last?
Typical lifespan
12–20 yr
The smallest recognised dog breed, from the Mexican state of the same name.
How that compares
Chihuahua against things of a similar time.
Chihuahua 12–20 yr
Domestic cat 12–20 yr
Oven 10–20 yr
Koala 10–20 yr
Elk 10–20 yr
Pig 10–20 yr
Ceiling fan 10–25 yr
Stand mixer 8–30 yr
What that means over time
| Period | How many you would buy |
|---|---|
| Per year | 0.0667 replacements |
| Over 10 years | 1 of them |
| Over a 30-year mortgage | 2 of them |
Lifespans are medians under ordinary use, not guarantees. Maintenance, how hard it is used, and build quality move individual examples a long way in both directions — which is why the range above is as wide as it is.
More about a chihuahua
- How much does a chihuahua weigh? 1.5–3 kg
- Chihuahua vs Domestic cat Side by side
- Chihuahua vs Chicken Side by side
Common questions
- How long does a chihuahua last?
- A chihuahua lasts 12–20 yr.
Related pages
- How much does a chihuahua weigh? 1.5–3 kg
- How long does a domestic cat last? 12–20 yr
- How long does a pit bull last? 12–16 yr
- How long does a German shepherd last? 9–13 yr
- How long does a rottweiler last? 8–12 yr
- How long does a Labrador retriever last? 10–14 yr
- How long does a golden retriever last? 10–13 yr
- How long does a English mastiff last? 6–10 yr
- How long does a Great Dane last? 7–10 yr
- How long does a Siberian husky last? 12–15 yr
- How long does a Doberman pinscher last? 10–13 yr
- Chihuahua vs Domestic cat Side by side
- Chihuahua vs Chicken Side by side
Sources
- Typical range compiled from manufacturer specifications — At One Place