How to Convert Dog Years to People Years

If you are a dog owner. You may have heard the phrase, “1 year for Fido parallels 7 years for you”. Turns out, the math for converting dog years to people years isn’t that basic. Dogs develop more rapidly than we do from the get-go. So the first year of your fluffy companion’s life is equivalent to around 15 human years.

In addition, size and breed assume a role. Smaller dogs have a tendency to live longer than bigger dogs, however, they may develop all the more rapidly in an initial couple of years of life. An immense pup may age all the more gradually at to start with, yet be nearing the middle age at 5. Small and toy-like breeds don’t move toward becoming “seniors” until around age 10. Medium-sized pooches are some place in the center of both checks.

Dog Years to People Years Conversion Chart

Source: Purina: “Your Dog’s Age in Human Years” and “Caring for your Older Dog”
National Pet Awareness Month: “Pet Age Calculator” and “Pet Aging Chart”
Humane Society: “How to Determine a Cat’s or Dog’s Age

Not sure how old your dog is?

In the event that you’ve received a new puppy or an older shelter dog, and you don’t have any acquaintance with her history, you’ll probably have a difficult time telling how old she is. Even though you don’t have the slightest clue about her birth date, there are still ways to gauge her age. Her teeth act as a decent measure for her dog age. The characteristics of those dog teeth will vary dog to dog. Also, consider the sort of dental care (assuming any) she had before you got her.

• 2 months: All her teeth are in.
• 7 months: All lasting teeth are in and are white and clean.
• 1-2 years: Teeth are blunter and back teeth may appear yellow.
• 3-5 years: All teeth may have tartar development and some tooth wear.
• 5-10 years: Teeth hint at more wear and illness.
• 10-15 years: Teeth are worn, and substantial tartar development is likely. A few teeth might be lost.

Finally, your vet can also determine an estimated age in a physical exam. They take a gander at bones, joints, muscles, and inner organs. Senior dogs may hint at some particular maturing.