How long does a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).

Is a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?

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

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Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix

A Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel mix is a cross between a Jack Russell Terrier and a Cocker Spaniel. Most grow into small dogs of 16–24 lb and live 12–14 years.

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

Cocker Spaniel, a purebred dog — Cocker SpanielPhoto: 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.

Weight16–24 lbcan be 13–30 lb

Height13–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix get?

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

The mix16–24 lb

Cocker Spaniel20–30 lb

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

Height runs 13–15 inches at the shoulder, against 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier and 13.5–15.5 in for the Cocker Spaniel.

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

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

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

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 to very high

The Jack Russell Terrier rates moderate and the Cocker Spaniel very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is usually described as friendly, clever, athletic. The Cocker Spaniel as gentle, smart, happy. 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 Cocker Spaniel vs the mix

Trait	Jack Russell Terrier	Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix	Cocker Spaniel
Weight	13–17 lb	16–24 lb	20–30 lb
Height	13–14 in	13–15 in	13.5–15.5 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	12–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	low	low	low
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Terrier	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix

How big does a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix get?: Most grow to 16–24 pounds and 13–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 13–30 pounds.
How long does a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).
Does a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Jack Russell Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Jack Russell mixes

Other Cocker Spaniel mixes

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