How long does a Doberman Saint Bernard Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 9–11 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Saint Bernard (8–10 years).

Is a Doberman Saint Bernard 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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Doberman Saint Bernard Mix

A Doberman Saint Bernard mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Saint Bernard. Most grow into giant dogs of 90–140 lb and live 9–11 years.

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

Saint Bernard, a purebred dog — Saint BernardPhoto: Rafael Dominguez Rodriguez, 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.

Weight90–140 lbcan be 60–180 lb

Height25–29 inat the shoulder

Lifespan9–11 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Doberman Saint Bernard Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix90–140 lb

Saint Bernard120–180 lb

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

Height runs 25–29 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman and 26–30 in for the Saint Bernard.

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

Moderate to very high

The Doberman rates very high and the Saint Bernard moderate; 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 Saint Bernard as playful, charming, 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 Saint Bernard vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Saint Bernard Mix	Saint Bernard
Weight	60–100 lb	90–140 lb	120–180 lb
Height	24–28 in	25–29 in	26–30 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	9–11 yr	8–10 yr
Shedding	high	high	moderate
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Doberman Saint Bernard Mix

How big does a Doberman Saint Bernard Mix get?: Most grow to 90–140 pounds and 25–29 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 60–180 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Saint Bernard Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 9–11 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Saint Bernard (8–10 years).
Does a Doberman Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.