For small dogs, the common way to calculate a dog's age in "human years" is to multiply the dog's age in years by 7. However, this method is not entirely accurate as a dog's aging process varies based on its breed and size. A more accurate way to estimate a dog's age is to use a breed-specific conversion chart. Here is an example of a chart for small breeds
Small Breeds
Age of dog (in years) | Equivalent age in human years |
---|---|
1 | 15 |
2 | 24 |
3 | 28 |
4 | 32 |
5 | 36 |
6 | 40 |
7 | 44 |
8 | 48 |
9 | 52 |
10 | 56 |
11 | 60 |
12 | 64 |
13 | 68 |
14 | 72 |
15 | 76 |