Can a Shih Tzu live 20 years?

Can a Shih Tzu live 20 years?

The age of Shih Tzu defines its overall health. However, the world’s oldest Shih Tzu has lived for more than 20 years. Paying extra attention to your pooch’s health, diet, and standard of living can, directly and indirectly, affect its life expectancy.

How long will my Lhasa Apso live?

Lhasa Apsos tend to remain in good health for a long time — they live on for an average of 12 to 15 years, with some having a lifespan of as long as 20 years. Personality. The Lhasa Apso acts as an indoor guard dog. This makes sense since the breed started as guard dogs in ancient China.

Do Lhasa Apso have health problems?

Hereditary Kidney Dysfunction Also known as polycystic kidney disease, this inherited condition can cause Lhasa apsos to develop multiple kidney cysts early in life. The cysts multiply as they age, negatively affecting kidney tissue health and function. If untreated, Lhasas will develop chronic kidney disease.

What is the leading cause of death in Shih Tzus?

Heart failure is a leading cause of death in older shih tzus, and 75% of the heart disease is caused by valve deterioration. If your dog has a heart murmur or physical signs that suggest heart problems, we’ll do perform diagnostic testing to determine the severity of the disease.