Czech Republic12-15 yr lifespan

The Czechoslovakian Vlciak is a wolfdog-derived working breed with great endurance, a gray double coat, and an alert, loyal, independent temperament.

Germany12-16 yr lifespan

The Dachshund is a low, long German scent hound bred to hunt badger, with standard and miniature sizes and smooth, longhaired, or wirehaired coats.

Croatia11-13 yr lifespan

The Dalmatian is a spotted Croatian coaching dog known for endurance, black or liver spots, high activity needs, and an alert, outgoing temperament.

United Kingdom12-15 yr lifespan

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a small Scottish border terrier with a long body, distinctive topknot, pepper or mustard coat, and dignified independence.

Denmark12-15 yr lifespan

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a small compact farm dog from Denmark and southern Sweden, known for vermin control, agility, and a lively, friendly temperament.

Germany10-12 yr lifespan

The Doberman Pinscher is a powerful German working dog known for loyalty, intelligence, smooth coat, athleticism, and a natural protective instinct.

Argentina9-15 yr lifespan

The Dogo Argentino is a powerful white Argentine big-game hunting dog, bred for wild boar and puma, with courage, strength, and family loyalty.

France5-8 yr lifespan

The Dogue de Bordeaux is a massive French mastiff with a short fawn coat, heavy head, loyal guardian temperament, and significant health and drool considerations.

Netherlands11-14 yr lifespan

The Drentsche Patrijshond is a Dutch versatile pointing dog, known for close-working field style, white-and-brown coat, family attachment, and gentle sensitivity.

Sweden12-14 yr lifespan

The Drever is a low Swedish scent hound bred to drive deer and other game, with a short weather-resistant coat and a persistent, even-tempered nature.

Norway11-14 yr lifespan

The Dunker, or Norwegian Hound, is a medium scent hound from Norway, bred for endurance hunting and known for blue-marbled or black-and-tan coloring.

The Dutch Sheepdog, or Nederlandse Schapendoes, is a medium shaggy Dutch herding dog known for agility, cheerfulness, and a lively working temperament.