How long does a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).

Is a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix easy to train?

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

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Corgi Shih Tzu Mix

A Corgi Shih Tzu mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Shih Tzu. Most grow into small dogs of 16–23 lb and live 11–16 years.

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

Shih Tzu, a purebred dog — Shih TzuPhoto: danny O., 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.

Weight16–23 lbcan be 9–30 lb

Height10–11 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix16–23 lb

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

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

Height runs 10–11 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu.

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

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Shih Tzu 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

The Corgi rates moderate and the Shih Tzu moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Shih Tzu as affectionate, playful, outgoing. 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 Shih Tzu vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Shih Tzu Mix	Shih Tzu
Weight	24–30 lb	16–23 lb	9–16 lb
Height	10–12 in	10–11 in	9–10.5 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	11–16 yr	10–18 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Corgi Shih Tzu Mix

How big does a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix get?: Most grow to 16–23 pounds and 10–11 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 9–30 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–16 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Shih Tzu (10–18 years).
Does a Corgi Shih Tzu Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Shih Tzu mixes

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