How long does a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Basset Hound (12–13 years) and the Saint Bernard (8–10 years).

Is a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix

A Basset Hound Saint Bernard mix is a cross between a Basset Hound and a Saint Bernard. Most grow into giant dogs of 80–120 lb and live 10–12 years.

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Saint Bernard, a purebred dog — Saint BernardPhoto: Rafael Dominguez Rodriguez, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight80–120 lbcan be 40–180 lb

Height20–22 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix get?

Basset Hound40–65 lb

The mix80–120 lb

Saint Bernard120–180 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 20–22 inches at the shoulder, against 13–15 in for the Basset Hound and 26–30 in for the Saint Bernard.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Very low to moderate

Short daily walks usually do. Watch the weight, because low-energy dogs put it on easily.

Trainability

Moderate

The Basset Hound rates low and the Saint Bernard moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Basset Hound is usually described as charming, patient, low-key. The Saint Bernard as playful, charming, inquisitive. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Basset Hound vs Saint Bernard vs the mix

Trait	Basset Hound	Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix	Saint Bernard
Weight	40–65 lb	80–120 lb	120–180 lb
Height	13–15 in	20–22 in	26–30 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	10–12 yr	8–10 yr
Shedding	low	moderate	moderate
Energy	very low	very low to moderate	moderate
Group	Hound	mixed	Working

Questions about the Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix

How big does a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix get?: Most grow to 80–120 pounds and 20–22 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–180 pounds.
How long does a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Basset Hound (12–13 years) and the Saint Bernard (8–10 years).
Does a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Basset Hound Saint Bernard Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.