How long does a Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).

Is a Jack Russell Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu Mix

A Jack Russell Shiba Inu mix is a cross between a Jack Russell Terrier and a Shiba Inu. Most grow into small dogs of 15–20 lb and live 13–16 years.

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

Shiba Inu, a purebred dog — Shiba InuPhoto: Roberto Vasarri, Public domain, source

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

Weight15–20 lbcan be 13–23 lb

Height13–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix get?

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

The mix15–20 lb

Shiba Inu17–23 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Jack Russell Shiba Inu 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 13.5–16.5 in for the Shiba Inu.

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

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

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 Shiba Inu low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is usually described as friendly, clever, athletic. The Shiba Inu as alert, active, attentive. 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 Shiba Inu vs the mix

Trait	Jack Russell Terrier	Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix	Shiba Inu
Weight	13–17 lb	15–20 lb	17–23 lb
Height	13–14 in	13–15 in	13.5–16.5 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	13–16 yr	13–16 yr
Shedding	low	moderate	moderate
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Terrier	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix

How big does a Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix get?: Most grow to 15–20 pounds and 13–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 13–23 pounds.
How long does a Jack Russell Shiba Inu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).
Does a Jack Russell Shiba Inu 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 Jack Russell Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu mixes

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