Buyer question
How long does a Leonberger live?
Our Animal Library gives the Leonberger a lifespan of 7–9 years.
Source: the Leonberger page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Leonberger in the Animal Library
The detail
A German giant bred in the town of Leonberg as a companion and farm dog, with a lion-like mane and a gentle, patient nature. Leonbergers are devoted family dogs, but they shed heavily, drool, and carry several inherited neurological risks.
- Best fit
- Families with space
- Temperament
- Gentle, calm, friendly
What to weigh
Leonbergers shed constantly, drool and bring mud indoors. They live short lives, and giant size means costly food, medicine and care.