How long does a Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Springer Spaniel (12–14 years).

Is a Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix easy to train?

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

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Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix

A Boxer Springer Spaniel mix is a cross between a Boxer and a Springer Spaniel. Most grow into large dogs of 45–65 lb and live 11–13 years.

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

Springer Spaniel, a purebred dog — Springer SpanielPhoto: SuviLindholm, 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.

Weight45–65 lbcan be 40–80 lb

Height20–22 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix get?

Boxer50–80 lb

The mix45–65 lb

Springer Spaniel40–50 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Boxer Springer Spaniel 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 21.5–25 in for the Boxer and 19–20 in for the Springer Spaniel.

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

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 high

The Boxer rates high and the Springer Spaniel very high; 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 Springer Spaniel as friendly, playful, obedient. 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 Springer Spaniel vs the mix

Trait	Boxer	Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix	Springer Spaniel
Weight	50–80 lb	45–65 lb	40–50 lb
Height	21.5–25 in	20–22 in	19–20 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	11–13 yr	12–14 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix

How big does a Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix get?: Most grow to 45–65 pounds and 20–22 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–80 pounds.
How long does a Boxer Springer Spaniel Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Springer Spaniel (12–14 years).
Does a Boxer Springer Spaniel 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 Springer Spaniel Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Springer Spaniel mixes

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