5. Shiba Inu
Average lifespan: about 12 to 15+ years
Nicknamed “the cats of the dog world” because of their independent nature, fox-like shiba inus are regarded as a natural treasure in Japan, where they originated in 300 BC. Their name translates to “diminutive dog” in an old Nagano dialect, but their lifespan is far from little.
Recently, a shiba inu mix in Japan named Pusuke broke world records for living to the ripe old age of 26—that’s 125 in human years!
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