How long does a Husky Chihuahua Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Chihuahua (14–16 years).

Is a Husky Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua Mix

A Husky Chihuahua mix is a cross between a Siberian Husky and a Chihuahua. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 20–35 lb and live 13–15 years.

Siberian Husky, a purebred dog — Siberian HuskyPhoto: ShonMichaeli, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Chihuahua, a purebred dog — ChihuahuaPhoto: Caterinarufo, Public domain, source

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

Weight20–35 lbcan be 3–60 lb

Height12–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–15 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Husky Chihuahua Mix get?

Siberian Husky35–60 lb

The mix20–35 lb

Chihuahua3–6 lb

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

Height runs 12–16 inches at the shoulder, against 20–23.5 in for the Siberian Husky and 5–8 in for the Chihuahua. 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

Moderate

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

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

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Siberian Husky is usually described as loyal, mischievous, outgoing. The Chihuahua as charming, graceful, sassy. 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 Chihuahua vs the mix

Trait	Siberian Husky	Husky Chihuahua Mix	Chihuahua
Weight	35–60 lb	20–35 lb	3–6 lb
Height	20–23.5 in	12–16 in	5–8 in
Lifespan	12–14 yr	13–15 yr	14–16 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Husky Chihuahua Mix

How big does a Husky Chihuahua Mix get?: Most grow to 20–35 pounds and 12–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–60 pounds.
How long does a Husky Chihuahua Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Chihuahua (14–16 years).
Does a Husky Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.