How long does a German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix live?

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

Is a German Shepherd French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog Mix

A German Shepherd French Bulldog mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a French Bulldog. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 35–60 lb and live 8–11 years.

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

French Bulldog, a purebred dog — French BulldogPhoto: Frosya a, 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.

Weight35–60 lbcan be 16–90 lb

Height16–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–11 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix get?

German Shepherd50–90 lb

The mix35–60 lb

French Bulldog16–28 lb

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

Height runs 16–20 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 11–13 in for the French Bulldog. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

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

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

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The German Shepherd rates very high and the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog as adaptable, playful, smart. 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 French Bulldog vs the mix

Trait	German Shepherd	German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix	French Bulldog
Weight	50–90 lb	35–60 lb	16–28 lb
Height	22–26 in	16–20 in	11–13 in
Lifespan	7–10 yr	8–11 yr	10–12 yr
Shedding	high	high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	low
Group	Herding	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix

How big does a German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix get?: Most grow to 35–60 pounds and 16–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–90 pounds.
How long does a German Shepherd French Bulldog Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the French Bulldog (10–12 years).
Does a German Shepherd French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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.