How long does a Doberman Bloodhound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Bloodhound (10–12 years).

Is a Doberman Bloodhound Mix easy to train?

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

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Doberman Bloodhound Mix

A Doberman Bloodhound mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Bloodhound. Most grow into large dogs of 70–105 lb and live 10–12 years.

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

Bloodhound, a purebred dog — BloodhoundPhoto: Mary Bloom, American Kennel Club, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

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

Weight70–105 lbcan be 60–110 lb

Height24–28 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Doberman Bloodhound Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix70–105 lb

Bloodhound80–110 lb

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

Height runs 24–28 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman and 23–27 in for the Bloodhound.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

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

Low to very high

The Doberman rates very high and the Bloodhound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

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

Doberman vs Bloodhound vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Bloodhound Mix	Bloodhound
Weight	60–100 lb	70–105 lb	80–110 lb
Height	24–28 in	24–28 in	23–27 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	10–12 yr	10–12 yr
Shedding	high	high	moderate
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Doberman Bloodhound Mix

How big does a Doberman Bloodhound Mix get?: Most grow to 70–105 pounds and 24–28 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 60–110 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Bloodhound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Bloodhound (10–12 years).
Does a Doberman Bloodhound Mix shed?: Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Doberman Bloodhound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Doberman mixes

Other Bloodhound mixes

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