How long does a Lab Mastiff Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the Labrador Retriever (10–12 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).

Is a Lab Mastiff 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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Lab Mastiff Mix

A Lab Mastiff mix is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Mastiff. Most grow into giant dogs of 90–155 lb and live 8–11 years.

Labrador Retriever, a purebred dog — Labrador RetrieverPhoto: SixtyWeb, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Mastiff, a purebred dog — MastiffPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight90–155 lbcan be 55–230 lb

Height24–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–11 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Lab Mastiff Mix get?

Labrador Retriever55–80 lb

The mix90–155 lb

Mastiff120–230 lb

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

Height runs 24–27 inches at the shoulder, against 21.5–24.5 in for the Labrador Retriever and 27.5–30 in for the Mastiff.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to high

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 Labrador Retriever rates very high and the Mastiff moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Labrador Retriever is usually described as friendly, active, outgoing. The Mastiff as courageous, dignified, good-natured. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Lab vs Mastiff vs the mix

Trait	Labrador Retriever	Lab Mastiff Mix	Mastiff
Weight	55–80 lb	90–155 lb	120–230 lb
Height	21.5–24.5 in	24–27 in	27.5–30 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	8–11 yr	6–10 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Sporting	mixed	Working

Questions about the Lab Mastiff Mix

How big does a Lab Mastiff Mix get?: Most grow to 90–155 pounds and 24–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 55–230 pounds.
How long does a Lab Mastiff Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the Labrador Retriever (10–12 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).
Does a Lab Mastiff Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Lab Mastiff 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.