How long does a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Chihuahua (14–16 years) and the Vizsla (12–14 years).

Is a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix easy to train?

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

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Chihuahua Vizsla Mix

A Chihuahua Vizsla mix is a cross between a Chihuahua and a Vizsla. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 25–35 lb and live 13–15 years.

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

Vizsla, a purebred dog — VizslaPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight25–35 lbcan be 3–60 lb

Height13–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–15 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix get?

Chihuahua3–6 lb

The mix25–35 lb

Vizsla44–60 lb

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

Height runs 13–16 inches at the shoulder, against 5–8 in for the Chihuahua and 21–24 in for the Vizsla. 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.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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

Low to very high

The Chihuahua rates low and the Vizsla very high; 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 Vizsla as affectionate, gentle, energetic. 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 Vizsla vs the mix

Trait	Chihuahua	Chihuahua Vizsla Mix	Vizsla
Weight	3–6 lb	25–35 lb	44–60 lb
Height	5–8 in	13–16 in	21–24 in
Lifespan	14–16 yr	13–15 yr	12–14 yr
Shedding	low	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Toy	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Chihuahua Vizsla Mix

How big does a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix get?: Most grow to 25–35 pounds and 13–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–60 pounds.
How long does a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Chihuahua (14–16 years) and the Vizsla (12–14 years).
Does a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Chihuahua Vizsla Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Chihuahua mixes

Other Vizsla mixes

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