How long does a Jack Russell Bichon Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 14–15 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).

Is a Jack Russell Bichon Mix easy to train?

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

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Jack Russell Bichon Mix

A Jack Russell Bichon mix is a cross between a Jack Russell Terrier and a Bichon Frise. Most grow into small dogs of 12–18 lb and live 14–15 years.

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, CC BY 3.0, source

Bichon Frise, a purebred dog — Bichon FrisePhoto: Heike Andres, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, source

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

Weight12–18 lbcan be 12–18 lb

Height11–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan14–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Jack Russell Bichon Mix get?

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

The mix12–18 lb

Bichon Frise12–18 lb

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

Height runs 11–13 inches at the shoulder, against 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier and 9.5–11.5 in for the Bichon Frise.

Figures use the Parson Russell Terrier standard, the AKC breed closest to the Jack Russell.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Bichon Frise has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate to very 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

Moderate

The Jack Russell Terrier rates moderate and the Bichon Frise moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is usually described as friendly, clever, athletic. The Bichon Frise as playful, curious, peppy. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Jack Russell vs Bichon vs the mix

Trait	Jack Russell Terrier	Jack Russell Bichon Mix	Bichon Frise
Weight	13–17 lb	12–18 lb	12–18 lb
Height	13–14 in	11–13 in	9.5–11.5 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	14–15 yr	14–15 yr
Shedding	low	low	very low
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Terrier	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Jack Russell Bichon Mix

How big does a Jack Russell Bichon Mix get?: Most grow to 12–18 pounds and 11–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 12–18 pounds.
How long does a Jack Russell Bichon Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 14–15 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).
Does a Jack Russell Bichon Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Bichon Frise has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Jack Russell Bichon Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Jack Russell mixes

Other Bichon mixes

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