How long does a Husky Newfoundland Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Newfoundland (9–10 years).

Is a Husky Newfoundland Mix easy to train?

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

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Husky Newfoundland Mix

A Husky Newfoundland mix is a cross between a Siberian Husky and a Newfoundland. Most grow into large dogs of 70–105 lb and live 10–12 years.

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

Newfoundland, a purebred dog — NewfoundlandPhoto: Hartmann Linge, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

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

Weight70–105 lbcan be 35–150 lb

Height23–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Husky Newfoundland Mix get?

Siberian Husky35–60 lb

The mix70–105 lb

Newfoundland100–150 lb

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

Height runs 23–26 inches at the shoulder, against 20–23.5 in for the Siberian Husky and 26–28 in for the Newfoundland.

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 to high

The Siberian Husky rates low and the Newfoundland high; 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 Newfoundland as sweet, patient, devoted. 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 Newfoundland vs the mix

Trait	Siberian Husky	Husky Newfoundland Mix	Newfoundland
Weight	35–60 lb	70–105 lb	100–150 lb
Height	20–23.5 in	23–26 in	26–28 in
Lifespan	12–14 yr	10–12 yr	9–10 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Husky Newfoundland Mix

How big does a Husky Newfoundland Mix get?: Most grow to 70–105 pounds and 23–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 35–150 pounds.
How long does a Husky Newfoundland Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Newfoundland (9–10 years).
Does a Husky Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to 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.