My alsatian is 14 years old at the moment but still looks and acts like a puppy - though he has slowed up a bit now and I was wondering what is the life expectancy for alsatians?
2006-10-19 22:32:13 · 29 answers · asked by Rowena E 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
12-15 but some hit 16 or 18 without any troubles. Good hips and conformation add a lot to their lifespan. You can always look into joint supplements to keep him feeling good.
2006-10-20 02:30:49 · answer #1 · answered by emily 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The life expectancy for the Alsatian breed is 12 – 14 years.
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2006-10-20 05:37:47 · answer #2 · answered by shriharshb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The life expectancy it about 12 so your alsatian is doing really well - there is no reason he won't live several more years if he is healthy. Well done for looking after him so well!
My 8 year old golden retriever looks and acts younger than many 2 year old dogs in the park and I think he'll go on and on too!
2006-10-20 07:05:54 · answer #3 · answered by PetLover 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is none since there is no such breed as an alsatian. ITYM German Shepherd dog. I know of several who are 14 -15 years old but not many which are older. If it is a crossbred german shepherd he may live a little longer than a purebred one.
Your question would be better answered when you next take the dog for a full check up at the vet, since he is the one who will be able to see the dog, note possible problems and give you an idea on life expectancy.
2006-10-20 06:43:49 · answer #4 · answered by fenlandfowl 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
14 years is really good for an Alsatian - larger dogs typically have shorter lifespans. However I knew two as a child that were 16 and 17 when they died, let's hope yours has a few more years yet.
2006-10-20 07:16:04 · answer #5 · answered by Andrea M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alsatians can live up to 20 yrs I have one at 19yrs old, it depends on the life style if it has been cared for and is healthy, who can put a price on life
2006-10-20 06:48:50 · answer #6 · answered by Ivan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
14 is pretty good for an alsatian normally 16 years is about as good as they get.
2006-10-20 07:13:30 · answer #7 · answered by jojo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an alsatian can live up to 20 years if they are fit and health my grandad had his for 20 years. just watch the back legs because they can go with old age. hope it helped you.
2006-10-20 07:44:09 · answer #8 · answered by TAMMEY C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My oldest GSD lived to 15 years old, though an old employer of mine, a dog breeder, had one live to 17. There is no hard and fast rule. Dogs, like people, are individuals, though I agree with what other people have said, average life expectancy would be between 12 and 15. As long as your dog is happy and healthy, just enjoy him.
2006-10-20 05:54:19 · answer #9 · answered by linda501910 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Normally 12 to 15 years depending on the condition of dog
2006-10-20 05:36:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋