How long does a Corgi Boston Terrier Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Boston Terrier (11–13 years).

Is a Corgi Boston Terrier 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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Corgi Boston Terrier Mix

A Corgi Boston Terrier mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Boston Terrier. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 20–30 lb and live 12–13 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Boston Terrier, a purebred dog — Boston TerrierPhoto: Svenska Mässan from Sweden, CC BY 2.0, source

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

Weight20–30 lbcan be 12–30 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–13 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Corgi Boston Terrier Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix20–30 lb

Boston Terrier12–25 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Corgi Boston Terrier 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 10–12 in for the Corgi and 15–17 in for the Boston Terrier.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

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

Moderate to very high

The Corgi rates moderate and the Boston Terrier very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Boston Terrier as friendly, bright, amusing. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Corgi vs Boston Terrier vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Boston Terrier Mix	Boston Terrier
Weight	24–30 lb	20–30 lb	12–25 lb
Height	10–12 in	12–14 in	15–17 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–13 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Corgi Boston Terrier Mix

How big does a Corgi Boston Terrier Mix get?: Most grow to 20–30 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 Corgi Boston Terrier Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Boston Terrier (11–13 years).
Does a Corgi Boston Terrier Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Corgi Boston Terrier 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 Corgi mixes

Other Boston Terrier mixes

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