How long does a Beagle Shih Tzu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Beagle (10–15 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).

Is a Beagle Shih Tzu 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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Beagle Shih Tzu Mix

A Beagle Shih Tzu mix is a cross between a Beagle and a Shih Tzu. Most grow into small dogs of 11–23 lb and live 10–16 years.

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

Shih Tzu, a purebred dog — Shih TzuPhoto: danny O., CC BY 2.0, source

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

Weight11–23 lbcan be 9–30 lb

Height11–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Beagle Shih Tzu Mix get?

Beagle13–30 lb

The mix11–23 lb

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

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

Height runs 11–13 inches at the shoulder, against 13–15 in for the Beagle and 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

Shih Tzu 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

The Beagle rates moderate and the Shih Tzu moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

High

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Beagle is usually described as friendly, curious, merry. The Shih Tzu as affectionate, playful, outgoing. 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 Shih Tzu vs the mix

Trait	Beagle	Beagle Shih Tzu Mix	Shih Tzu
Weight	13–30 lb	11–23 lb	9–16 lb
Height	13–15 in	11–13 in	9–10.5 in
Lifespan	10–15 yr	10–16 yr	10–18 yr
Shedding	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Hound	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Beagle Shih Tzu Mix

How big does a Beagle Shih Tzu Mix get?: Most grow to 11–23 pounds and 11–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 9–30 pounds.
How long does a Beagle Shih Tzu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Beagle (10–15 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).
Does a Beagle Shih Tzu Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Beagle mixes

Other Shih Tzu mixes

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