How long does a German Shepherd Greyhound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Greyhound (10–13 years).

Is a German Shepherd Greyhound 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 Greyhound Mix

A German Shepherd Greyhound mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Greyhound. Most grow into large dogs of 55–80 lb and live 8–12 years.

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

Greyhound, a purebred dog — GreyhoundPhoto: Neurodoc, 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.

Weight55–80 lbcan be 50–90 lb

Height24–28 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a German Shepherd Greyhound Mix get?

German Shepherd50–90 lb

The mix55–80 lb

Greyhound60–70 lb

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

Height runs 24–28 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 27–30 in for the Greyhound.

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

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

Low to very high

The German Shepherd rates very high and the Greyhound low; 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 Greyhound as gentle, independent, noble. 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 Greyhound vs the mix

Trait	German Shepherd	German Shepherd Greyhound Mix	Greyhound
Weight	50–90 lb	55–80 lb	60–70 lb
Height	22–26 in	24–28 in	27–30 in
Lifespan	7–10 yr	8–12 yr	10–13 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Herding	mixed	Hound

Questions about the German Shepherd Greyhound Mix

How big does a German Shepherd Greyhound Mix get?: Most grow to 55–80 pounds and 24–28 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–90 pounds.
How long does a German Shepherd Greyhound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Greyhound (10–13 years).
Does a German Shepherd Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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.