Dogs with Least Health Problems

If you are looking for a dog that is very low maintenance in terms of health problems, some breeds are much better than others. With a hope of half life of 12-16 years, our list includes four-legged breeds small and medium tend to have an excellent overall health. We have also chosen dogs with great temperament for children and adults. Although these dogs are generally healthy, proper care to keep them in top shape is needed.

Portuguese Water Dog

Considered one of the healthiest breeds, the Water Dog Portuguese is very good with children, are very intelligent and active. This breed also has strong swimming skills thanks to strong lungs and his medium build. The Water Dog Portuguese tend to live at least 12 years, and many live for 14-16 years on average.

Australian Cattle Dog

The world record for hope of life in a canine is in the hands of a dog of 29 years, an Australian dog cattle. In general, the troubles facing these dogs are crippling dysplasia and juvenile cataracts that normally decrease in risk after the puppy becomes a mature adult. Congenital deafness is also a possibility in some breeds of dog. The average lifespan of this breed is 12-15 years.

Canaan Dog

Listed by having no major health problem on the websites of other players, is one of the healthiest dogs in the world. The Canaan is an active dog of medium build with a great sense of obedience and desire to learn new tasks. This breed does not suffer from major health problems. The Canaan typically live 12-15 years.

The Lakeland Terrier

The Lakeland Terrier is a great companion, no major problems to report health. There is less concern luxation and Distichiasis, however, the life span is 12-16 years of this dog is easy to maintain with a good amount of exercise and training on a regular basis.

Lowchen

Known as the little lion, this dog is resistant despite being located in a small body of only 10-13 inches (25.4 to 33 cm) and 9-18 pounds (4 to 8.1 kg) . The breed is very lively, very good with children and usually the only concern (some races) is the patellar dislocation. With proper care Lowchen race, live 12-14 years.