How long does a Beagle Schnauzer Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Beagle (10–15 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).

Is a Beagle Schnauzer Mix easy to train?

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

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Beagle Schnauzer Mix

A Beagle Schnauzer mix is a cross between a Beagle and a Schnauzer. Most grow into small dogs of 12–25 lb and live 11–15 years.

Beagle, a purebred dog — BeaglePhoto: Jonatan De Geest, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

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

Weight12–25 lbcan be 11–30 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Beagle Schnauzer Mix get?

Beagle13–30 lb

The mix12–25 lb

Schnauzer11–20 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Beagle Schnauzer Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 13–15 in for the Beagle and 12–14 in for the Schnauzer.

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Beagle rates moderate and the Schnauzer very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Beagle is usually described as friendly, curious, merry. The Schnauzer as friendly, smart, obedient. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Beagle vs Schnauzer vs the mix

Trait	Beagle	Beagle Schnauzer Mix	Schnauzer
Weight	13–30 lb	12–25 lb	11–20 lb
Height	13–15 in	12–14 in	12–14 in
Lifespan	10–15 yr	11–15 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Hound	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Beagle Schnauzer Mix

How big does a Beagle Schnauzer Mix get?: Most grow to 12–25 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–30 pounds.
How long does a Beagle Schnauzer Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Beagle (10–15 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).
Does a Beagle Schnauzer Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Beagle Schnauzer Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Beagle mixes

Other Schnauzer mixes

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