How long does a Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).

Is a Pomeranian Jack Russell 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 Jack Russell Mix

A Pomeranian Jack Russell mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Jack Russell Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 8–12 lb and live 12–16 years.

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

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, CC BY 3.0, 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 3–17 lb

Height10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix8–12 lb

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

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

Height runs 10 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier. 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.

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 Pomeranian rates moderate and the Jack Russell Terrier moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. The Jack Russell Terrier as friendly, clever, athletic. 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 Jack Russell vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix	Jack Russell Terrier
Weight	3–7 lb	8–12 lb	13–17 lb
Height	6–7 in	10 in	13–14 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–16 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Toy	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix get?: Most grow to 8–12 pounds and 10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–17 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Jack Russell Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).
Does a Pomeranian Jack Russell 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 Pomeranian Jack Russell 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 Jack Russell mixes

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