How long does a French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the French Bulldog (10–12 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).

Is a French Bulldog Schnauzer 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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French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix

A French Bulldog Schnauzer mix is a cross between a French Bulldog and a Schnauzer. Most grow into small dogs of 14–24 lb and live 11–14 years.

French Bulldog, a purebred dog — French BulldogPhoto: Frosya a, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, 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.

Weight14–24 lbcan be 11–28 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix get?

French Bulldog16–28 lb

The mix14–24 lb

Schnauzer11–20 lb

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

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 11–13 in for the French Bulldog and 12–14 in for the Schnauzer.

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The French Bulldog rates moderate and the Schnauzer very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The French Bulldog is usually described as adaptable, playful, smart. The Schnauzer as friendly, smart, obedient. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

French Bulldog vs Schnauzer vs the mix

Trait	French Bulldog	French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix	Schnauzer
Weight	16–28 lb	14–24 lb	11–20 lb
Height	11–13 in	12–14 in	12–14 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	11–14 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	low	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix

How big does a French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix get?: Most grow to 14–24 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–28 pounds.
How long does a French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the French Bulldog (10–12 years) and the Schnauzer (12–15 years).
Does a French Bulldog Schnauzer Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a French Bulldog Schnauzer 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 French Bulldog mixes

Other Schnauzer mixes

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