How long does a Dachshund Doberman Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Doberman (10–12 years).

Is a Dachshund Doberman 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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Dachshund Doberman Mix

A Dachshund Doberman mix is a cross between a Dachshund and a Doberman. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–65 lb and live 11–14 years.

Dachshund, a purebred dog — DachshundPhoto: Ellen Levy Finch, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Doberman, a purebred dog — DobermanPhoto: Fran Hogan, CC BY 2.5, source

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

Weight40–65 lbcan be 16–100 lb

Height16–18 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Dachshund Doberman Mix get?

Standard Dachshund16–32 lb

The mix40–65 lb

Doberman60–100 lb

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

Height runs 16–18 inches at the shoulder, against 8–9 in for the Standard Dachshund and 24–28 in for the Doberman. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Size figures assume a Standard Dachshund parent, the size closest to the Doberman. A different dachshund size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Moderate to very 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 Dachshund rates moderate and the Doberman very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Dachshund is usually described as friendly, curious, spunky. The Doberman as loyal, fearless, alert. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Dachshund vs Doberman vs the mix

Trait	Standard Dachshund	Dachshund Doberman Mix	Doberman
Weight	16–32 lb	40–65 lb	60–100 lb
Height	8–9 in	16–18 in	24–28 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	11–14 yr	10–12 yr
Shedding	low	low to high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Hound	mixed	Working

Questions about the Dachshund Doberman Mix

How big does a Dachshund Doberman Mix get?: Most grow to 40–65 pounds and 16–18 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–100 pounds.
How long does a Dachshund Doberman Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Doberman (10–12 years).
Does a Dachshund Doberman Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Dachshund Doberman 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 Dachshund mixes

Other Doberman mixes

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