How long does a Boxer Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–12 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a Boxer Basset Hound Mix easy to train?

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

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Boxer Basset Hound Mix

A Boxer Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Boxer and a Basset Hound. Most grow into large dogs of 45–70 lb and live 11–12 years.

Boxer, a purebred dog — BoxerPhoto: Flickr user boxercab, CC BY 2.0, source

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, 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.

Weight45–70 lbcan be 40–80 lb

Height17–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Boxer Basset Hound Mix get?

Boxer50–80 lb

The mix45–70 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

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

Height runs 17–20 inches at the shoulder, against 21.5–25 in for the Boxer and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

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

Energy

Very low to high

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

Trainability

Low to high

The Boxer rates high and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Boxer is usually described as bright, fun-loving, active. The Basset Hound as charming, patient, low-key. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Boxer vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Boxer	Boxer Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	50–80 lb	45–70 lb	40–65 lb
Height	21.5–25 in	17–20 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	11–12 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	high	very low to high	very low
Group	Working	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Boxer Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Boxer Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 45–70 pounds and 17–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–80 pounds.
How long does a Boxer Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–12 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Boxer Basset Hound Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Boxer Basset Hound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to high, 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.