How long does a Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix live?

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

Is a Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound 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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Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix

A Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Basset Hound. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 30–50 lb and live 11–14 years.

Cocker Spaniel, a purebred dog — Cocker SpanielPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, CC BY-SA 3.0, 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.

Weight30–50 lbcan be 20–65 lb

Height13–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix get?

Cocker Spaniel20–30 lb

The mix30–50 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

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

Height runs 13–15 inches at the shoulder, against 13.5–15.5 in for the Cocker Spaniel 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 moderate

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

Trainability

Low to very high

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

Grooming

High

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Cocker Spaniel is usually described as gentle, smart, happy. 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.

Cocker Spaniel vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Cocker Spaniel	Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	20–30 lb	30–50 lb	40–65 lb
Height	13.5–15.5 in	13–15 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	10–14 yr	11–14 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Group	Sporting	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 30–50 pounds and 13–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 20–65 pounds.
How long does a Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Cocker Spaniel 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 Cocker Spaniel Basset Hound 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 Cocker Spaniel mixes

Other Basset Hound mixes

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