How long does a Dachshund Weimaraner Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Weimaraner (10–13 years).

Is a Dachshund Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner Mix

A Dachshund Weimaraner mix is a cross between a Dachshund and a Weimaraner. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 35–60 lb and live 11–14 years.

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

Weimaraner, a purebred dog — WeimaranerPhoto: Alexander Gratz, Public domain, source

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

Weight35–60 lbcan be 16–90 lb

Height16–18 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Dachshund Weimaraner Mix get?

Standard Dachshund16–32 lb

The mix35–60 lb

Weimaraner55–90 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Dachshund Weimaraner 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 23–27 in for the Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner. A different dachshund size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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 Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner as friendly, fearless, obedient. 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 Weimaraner vs the mix

Trait	Standard Dachshund	Dachshund Weimaraner Mix	Weimaraner
Weight	16–32 lb	35–60 lb	55–90 lb
Height	8–9 in	16–18 in	23–27 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	11–14 yr	10–13 yr
Shedding	low	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Hound	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Dachshund Weimaraner Mix

How big does a Dachshund Weimaraner Mix get?: Most grow to 35–60 pounds and 16–18 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–90 pounds.
How long does a Dachshund Weimaraner Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Weimaraner (10–13 years).
Does a Dachshund Weimaraner Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Dachshund Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner mixes

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