How long does a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).

Is a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix easy to train?

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

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Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix

A Cocker Spaniel Bichon mix is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Bichon Frise. Most grow into small dogs of 16–24 lb and live 12–14 years.

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

Bichon Frise, a purebred dog — Bichon FrisePhoto: Heike Andres, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, source

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

Weight16–24 lbcan be 12–30 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix get?

Cocker Spaniel20–30 lb

The mix16–24 lb

Bichon Frise12–18 lb

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

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 13.5–15.5 in for the Cocker Spaniel and 9.5–11.5 in for the Bichon Frise.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Bichon Frise has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Cocker Spaniel rates very high and the Bichon Frise moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Cocker Spaniel is usually described as gentle, smart, happy. The Bichon Frise as playful, curious, peppy. 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 Bichon vs the mix

Trait	Cocker Spaniel	Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix	Bichon Frise
Weight	20–30 lb	16–24 lb	12–18 lb
Height	13.5–15.5 in	12–14 in	9.5–11.5 in
Lifespan	10–14 yr	12–14 yr	14–15 yr
Shedding	low	low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Sporting	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix

How big does a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix get?: Most grow to 16–24 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 12–30 pounds.
How long does a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).
Does a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Bichon Frise has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Cocker Spaniel Bichon Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Cocker Spaniel mixes

Other Bichon mixes

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