How long does a Pomeranian Bichon Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Bichon Mix

A Pomeranian Bichon mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Bichon Frise. Most grow into small dogs of 8–12 lb and live 13–16 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight8–12 lbcan be 3–18 lb

Height8–9 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pomeranian Bichon Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix8–12 lb

Bichon Frise12–18 lb

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

Height runs 8–9 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 9.5–11.5 in for the Bichon Frise. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

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

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate

The Pomeranian rates moderate and the Bichon Frise moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Bichon vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Bichon Mix	Bichon Frise
Weight	3–7 lb	8–12 lb	12–18 lb
Height	6–7 in	8–9 in	9.5–11.5 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	13–16 yr	14–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Pomeranian Bichon Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Bichon Mix get?: Most grow to 8–12 pounds and 8–9 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–18 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Bichon Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).
Does a Pomeranian Bichon Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. 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 Pomeranian Bichon Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Pomeranian mixes

Other Bichon mixes

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