How long does a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Blue Heeler (12–16 years).

Is a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix easy to train?

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

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Boxer Blue Heeler Mix

A Boxer Blue Heeler mix is a cross between a Boxer and a Blue Heeler. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–65 lb and live 11–14 years.

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

Blue Heeler, a purebred dog — Blue HeelerPhoto: Zingpix, CC BY 3.0, source

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

Weight40–65 lbcan be 35–80 lb

Height19–22 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix get?

Boxer50–80 lb

The mix40–65 lb

Blue Heeler35–50 lb

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

Height runs 19–22 inches at the shoulder, against 21.5–25 in for the Boxer and 17–20 in for the Blue Heeler.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to high

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

Energy

Very 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

Very low to high

The Boxer rates high and the Blue Heeler very low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Boxer is usually described as bright, fun-loving, active. The Blue Heeler as alert, curious, pleasant. 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 Blue Heeler vs the mix

Trait	Boxer	Boxer Blue Heeler Mix	Blue Heeler
Weight	50–80 lb	40–65 lb	35–50 lb
Height	21.5–25 in	19–22 in	17–20 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	11–14 yr	12–16 yr
Shedding	low	low to high	high
Energy	high	very high	very high
Group	Working	mixed	Herding

Questions about the Boxer Blue Heeler Mix

How big does a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix get?: Most grow to 40–65 pounds and 19–22 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 35–80 pounds.
How long does a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Blue Heeler (12–16 years).
Does a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Boxer Blue Heeler Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very 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.