How long does a Corgi Schnauzer Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).

Is a Corgi Schnauzer 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 Schnauzer Mix

A Corgi Schnauzer mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Schnauzer. Most grow into small dogs of 18–25 lb and live 12–14 years.

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

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, 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.

Weight18–25 lbcan be 11–30 lb

Height11–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Corgi Schnauzer Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix18–25 lb

Schnauzer11–20 lb

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

Height runs 11–13 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 12–14 in for the Schnauzer.

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

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Schnauzer 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

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 Schnauzer very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Schnauzer as friendly, smart, obedient. 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 Schnauzer vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Schnauzer Mix	Schnauzer
Weight	24–30 lb	18–25 lb	11–20 lb
Height	10–12 in	11–13 in	12–14 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–14 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Corgi Schnauzer Mix

How big does a Corgi Schnauzer Mix get?: Most grow to 18–25 pounds and 11–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–30 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Schnauzer Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).
Does a Corgi Schnauzer Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Schnauzer 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 Corgi Schnauzer 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 Schnauzer mixes

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