If dog lovers had their way, their furry friends would live forever. But the reality is that the average dog lives for 10 to 13 years. Today, we are giving you some information about the lifespan of an Auggie Dog. Don’t worry… if you’ve never heard of an Auggie Dog before, we’ll tell you what it is.
First, let us understand a dog’s lifespan in general. Some dog breeds have a longer lifespan than others. Generally speaking, small dog breeds live longer than larger dog breeds (there are other differences too between small vs large breeds). Some of the longest living breeds include Maltese, Bichon Frise, Chihuahuas, Australian Cattle Dogs, Yorkshire Terriers, and Toy Poodles.
As of February 2023, the Guinness World Record for the oldest living dog is held by Bobi, a nearly 31-year-old purebred Portuguese Rafeiro do Alentejo. Bobi is an outlier, however, because the average lifespan for this breed is 12-14 years. The record was previously held for almost 100 years by an Australian Cattle Dog called Bluey who was born in 1910 and lived for 29 years 5 months. A Chihuahua from Ohio briefly held the record after Bluey but was quickly dethroned by Bobi.
OK, so coming to an Auggie Dog now. This is a mixed breed that is a cross between an Australian Shepherd and a Corgi. It’s also called an Aussie Corgi. Typically, a Miniature Australian Shepherd and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi are bred to make an Auggie Dog.
Yes, Aussie Corgies or Auggie Dogs are great dogs. They are friendly, sociable, feisty, curious, energetic, and playful. Auggies make great family pets, including for families with young children. They are also wonderful companions and working dogs. Auggie Dogs are particularly good at herding. They are highly intelligent and are relatively easy to train. However, Auggies may not be the best choice for apartment dwellers, given their high energy levels and tendency to bark. Not sure if an Auggie Dog is right for you? Here are some tips on choosing the best dog breed for your family.
The average Auggie Dog is 10-13 inches tall and weighs 20-30 pounds as an adult. However, as with most mixed breeds, it is difficult to predict the size and weight of a fully-grown Auggie Dog.
An Auggie Dog will shed a lot during seasonal changes and also moderately throughout the year.
An Auggie Dog lives for 12-15 years on average. This is the average lifespan for small to medium dog breeds.
So, that’s some brief information about an Auggie Dog. If you’re considering other mixed breeds, read the difference between a Labradoodle vs Aussie Doodle vs Australian Labradoodle.
27 February, 2023