How long does a Dachshund Mastiff Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 9–13 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).

Is a Dachshund Mastiff 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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Dachshund Mastiff Mix

A Dachshund Mastiff mix is a cross between a Dachshund and a Mastiff. Most grow into giant dogs of 70–130 lb and live 9–13 years.

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

Mastiff, a purebred dog — MastiffPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight70–130 lbcan be 16–230 lb

Height18–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan9–13 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Dachshund Mastiff Mix get?

Standard Dachshund16–32 lb

The mix70–130 lb

Mastiff120–230 lb

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

Height runs 18–20 inches at the shoulder, against 8–9 in for the Standard Dachshund and 27.5–30 in for the Mastiff. 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 Mastiff. A different dachshund size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

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

Energy

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate

The Dachshund rates moderate and the Mastiff moderate; 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 Mastiff as courageous, dignified, good-natured. 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 Mastiff vs the mix

Trait	Standard Dachshund	Dachshund Mastiff Mix	Mastiff
Weight	16–32 lb	70–130 lb	120–230 lb
Height	8–9 in	18–20 in	27.5–30 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	9–13 yr	6–10 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Hound	mixed	Working

Questions about the Dachshund Mastiff Mix

How big does a Dachshund Mastiff Mix get?: Most grow to 70–130 pounds and 18–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–230 pounds.
How long does a Dachshund Mastiff Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 9–13 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).
Does a Dachshund Mastiff Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Dachshund Mastiff Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Dachshund mixes

Other Mastiff mixes

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