How long does a German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a German Shepherd Basset Hound 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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German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix

A German Shepherd Basset Hound mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Basset Hound. Most grow into large dogs of 45–80 lb and live 10–12 years.

German Shepherd, a purebred dog — German ShepherdPhoto: Erick Drumss Hernández, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, 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.

Weight45–80 lbcan be 40–90 lb

Height18–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix get?

German Shepherd50–90 lb

The mix45–80 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 18–20 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Very low to moderate

Short daily walks usually do. Watch the weight, because low-energy dogs put it on easily.

Trainability

Low to very high

The German Shepherd rates very high and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The German Shepherd is usually described as confident, courageous, smart. The Basset Hound as charming, patient, low-key. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

German Shepherd vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	German Shepherd	German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	50–90 lb	45–80 lb	40–65 lb
Height	22–26 in	18–20 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	7–10 yr	10–12 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Group	Herding	mixed	Hound

Questions about the German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix

How big does a German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 45–80 pounds and 18–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–90 pounds.
How long does a German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a German Shepherd Basset Hound 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.