How long does a German Shepherd Doberman Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Doberman (10–12 years).

Is a German Shepherd Doberman 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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German Shepherd Doberman Mix

A German Shepherd Doberman mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Doberman. Most grow into large dogs of 55–95 lb and live 8–11 years.

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

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

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight55–95 lbcan be 50–100 lb

Height23–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–11 years

SizeLarge

How big does a German Shepherd Doberman Mix get?

German Shepherd50–90 lb

The mix55–95 lb

Doberman60–100 lb

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

Height runs 23–27 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 24–28 in for the Doberman.

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

Very high

The German Shepherd rates very high and the Doberman very high; 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 Doberman as loyal, fearless, 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 Doberman vs the mix

Trait	German Shepherd	German Shepherd Doberman Mix	Doberman
Weight	50–90 lb	55–95 lb	60–100 lb
Height	22–26 in	23–27 in	24–28 in
Lifespan	7–10 yr	8–11 yr	10–12 yr
Shedding	high	high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Herding	mixed	Working

Questions about the German Shepherd Doberman Mix

How big does a German Shepherd Doberman Mix get?: Most grow to 55–95 pounds and 23–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–100 pounds.
How long does a German Shepherd Doberman Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Doberman (10–12 years).
Does a German Shepherd Doberman 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 Doberman 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.