How long does a Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 14–16 years, the midpoint of the Chihuahua (14–16 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).

Is a Chihuahua Jack Russell 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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Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix

A Chihuahua Jack Russell mix is a cross between a Chihuahua and a Jack Russell Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 8–12 lb and live 14–16 years.

Chihuahua, a purebred dog — ChihuahuaPhoto: Caterinarufo, Public domain, source

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, 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.

Weight8–12 lbcan be 3–17 lb

Height9–11 inat the shoulder

Lifespan14–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix get?

Chihuahua3–6 lb

The mix8–12 lb

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

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

Height runs 9–11 inches at the shoulder, against 5–8 in for the Chihuahua and 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures use the Parson Russell Terrier standard, the AKC breed closest to the Jack Russell.

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

Moderate to 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

Moderate

The Chihuahua rates low and the Jack Russell Terrier moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Chihuahua is usually described as charming, graceful, sassy. The Jack Russell Terrier as friendly, clever, athletic. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Chihuahua vs Jack Russell vs the mix

Trait	Chihuahua	Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix	Jack Russell Terrier
Weight	3–6 lb	8–12 lb	13–17 lb
Height	5–8 in	9–11 in	13–14 in
Lifespan	14–16 yr	14–16 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Toy	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix

How big does a Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix get?: Most grow to 8–12 pounds and 9–11 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–17 pounds.
How long does a Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 14–16 years, the midpoint of the Chihuahua (14–16 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).
Does a Chihuahua Jack Russell 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 Chihuahua Jack Russell Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Chihuahua mixes

Other Jack Russell mixes

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