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Dog Age Calculator

Find out how old your dog is in human years using science-backed formulas

Did You Know?

Larger dogs age faster than smaller ones. A Great Dane is considered senior at 5-6 years!

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Your Dog's Age (years)

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Size (affects aging rate)

Small: <10kg | Medium: 10-25kg | Large: >25kg

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Enter your dog's age on the left to discover their equivalent human age.

The Science Behind Dog Age Calculation

The old "1 dog year = 7 human years" rule is actually a myth! Dogs age differently depending on their size and life stage. Our calculator uses research from veterinary science to give you a more accurate estimate.

How We Calculate:

Year 1:= 15 human years (rapid development phase)
Year 2:= 9 additional human years (continued maturation)
Years 3+:= 4-6 years per dog year, depending on size:
Small dogs: +4 years (slower aging)
Medium dogs: +5 years
Large dogs: +6 years (faster aging)

Small Dogs

Under 10kg. Live longest (14-16 years average). Age slowest after maturity.

Medium Dogs

10-25kg. Average lifespan of 10-14 years. Balanced aging rate.

Large Dogs

Over 25kg. Shorter lifespans (8-12 years). Age faster in later years.

Understanding Your Dog's Life Stage

Stage	Human Age Equivalent	What to Expect
Puppy	0-6 human years	Rapid growth, learning, high energy
Junior	6-15 human years	Adolescence, training important
Adult	15-40 human years	Prime years, stable energy
Mature	40-60 human years	Slowing down, health monitoring
Senior	60-80 human years	More rest needed, gentle exercise
Geriatric	80+ human years	Comfort priority, quality time

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientists believe larger dogs age faster due to their accelerated growth rate, which may lead to earlier onset of age-related diseases. Their bodies work harder to maintain their size.

It's oversimplified. While it gives a rough estimate for middle-aged dogs, it doesn't account for the rapid development in the first two years or the variation based on dog size.

Regular vet check-ups, proper nutrition, maintaining a healthy weight, daily exercise, mental stimulation, and lots of love all contribute to a longer, healthier life.

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