Black-tailed prairie dogs have a lifespan of 5-8 years. Under normal circumstances, the lifespan of female black-tailed prairie dogs is relatively long. The lifespan of a black-tailed prairie dog is closely related to the temperature, environment and diet in which it lives. If the owner spends more experience and time with the black-tailed prairie dog and takes good care of it, the lifespan of the black-tailed prairie dog can be increased.

Methods to extend the life of black-tailed prairie dogs

1. Control the breeding temperature at around 26 degrees. If the breeding temperature is too low, it is easy for the black-tailed prairie dog to catch a cold or catch a cold. If the temperature is too high, it may cause heat stroke, which is detrimental to its health.

2. When raising black-tailed prairie dogs, it is best not to feed black-tailed prairie dogs non-vegetarian food, which may easily cause black-tailed prairie dogs to become ill and affect their lifespan.

3. Bath the black-tailed prairie dog regularly, help it clean its residence, and keep it in a quiet environment, which is beneficial to its health.