How long does a German Shepherd Corgi Mix live?

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

Is a German Shepherd Corgi 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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German Shepherd Corgi Mix

A German Shepherd Corgi mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Corgi. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 35–60 lb and live 10–12 years.

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

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, 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.

Weight35–60 lbcan be 24–90 lb

Height16–19 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a German Shepherd Corgi Mix get?

German Shepherd50–90 lb

The mix35–60 lb

Corgi24–30 lb

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

Height runs 16–19 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 10–12 in for the Corgi.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

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

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 German Shepherd rates very high and the Corgi moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The German Shepherd is usually described as confident, courageous, smart. The Corgi as affectionate, smart, alert. 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 Corgi vs the mix

Trait	German Shepherd	German Shepherd Corgi Mix	Corgi
Weight	50–90 lb	35–60 lb	24–30 lb
Height	22–26 in	16–19 in	10–12 in
Lifespan	7–10 yr	10–12 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	high	high	high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Herding	mixed	Herding

Questions about the German Shepherd Corgi Mix

How big does a German Shepherd Corgi Mix get?: Most grow to 35–60 pounds and 16–19 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 24–90 pounds.
How long does a German Shepherd Corgi Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Corgi (12–13 years).
Does a German Shepherd Corgi 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 German Shepherd Corgi 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.