How long does a Husky Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a Husky Basset Hound Mix easy to train?

Trainability is low, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Husky Basset Hound Mix

A Husky Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Siberian Husky and a Basset Hound. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–60 lb and live 12–14 years.

Siberian Husky, a purebred dog — Siberian HuskyPhoto: ShonMichaeli, 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.

Weight40–60 lbcan be 35–65 lb

Height16–19 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Husky Basset Hound Mix get?

Siberian Husky35–60 lb

The mix40–60 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Husky Basset Hound 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 20–23.5 in for the Siberian Husky and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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

Energy

Very low to high

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

Trainability

Low

The Siberian Husky rates low and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Siberian Husky is usually described as loyal, mischievous, outgoing. 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.

Husky vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Siberian Husky	Husky Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	35–60 lb	40–60 lb	40–65 lb
Height	20–23.5 in	16–19 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	12–14 yr	12–14 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	high	very low to high	very low
Group	Working	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Husky Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Husky Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 40–60 pounds and 16–19 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 35–65 pounds.
How long does a Husky Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Husky Basset Hound Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Husky Basset Hound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Basset Hound mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.