Thread: how long do yorkies live?
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Old 07-23-2010, 01:59 PM   #10
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interesting article

Dogs and Lifespan: Breeds That Live the Longest on MedicineNet.com

in the article (pg 2) they say mutts live longer than purebred..interesting

"Mutts haven't gone through the inbreeding, so they should live longer, or at least be healthier than your purebred dogs," Austad says."
True- unless you have a mixed pup who inherits the worst of both breeds.
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