How long does a Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix

A Pomeranian Shiba Inu mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Shiba Inu. Most grow into small dogs of 10–15 lb and live 12–16 years.

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

Weight10–15 lbcan be 3–23 lb

Height10–12 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix10–15 lb

Shiba Inu17–23 lb

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

Height runs 10–12 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 13.5–16.5 in for the Shiba Inu. 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

Moderate

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

Energy

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate

The Pomeranian rates moderate and the Shiba Inu low; 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 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.

Pomeranian vs Shiba Inu vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix	Shiba Inu
Weight	3–7 lb	10–15 lb	17–23 lb
Height	6–7 in	10–12 in	13.5–16.5 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–16 yr	13–16 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix get?: Most grow to 10–15 pounds and 10–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–23 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Shiba Inu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).
Does a Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian mixes

Other Shiba Inu mixes

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