How long does a Doberman Vizsla Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Vizsla (12–14 years).

Is a Doberman Vizsla Mix easy to train?

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

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Doberman Vizsla Mix

A Doberman Vizsla mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Vizsla. Most grow into large dogs of 50–80 lb and live 11–13 years.

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

Vizsla, a purebred dog — VizslaPhoto: 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.

Weight50–80 lbcan be 44–100 lb

Height22–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Doberman Vizsla Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix50–80 lb

Vizsla44–60 lb

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

Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman and 21–24 in for the Vizsla.

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

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

Very high

The Doberman rates very high and the Vizsla very high; 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 Vizsla as affectionate, gentle, energetic. 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 Vizsla vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Vizsla Mix	Vizsla
Weight	60–100 lb	50–80 lb	44–60 lb
Height	24–28 in	22–26 in	21–24 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	11–13 yr	12–14 yr
Shedding	high	high	moderate
Energy	very high	very high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Doberman Vizsla Mix

How big does a Doberman Vizsla Mix get?: Most grow to 50–80 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 44–100 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Vizsla Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Vizsla (12–14 years).
Does a Doberman Vizsla 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 Vizsla Mix easy to train?: Trainability is 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.