How long does a Jackapoo live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).

Is a Jackapoo 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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Jackapoo

Also searched as Poodle Jack Russell Mix

The Jackapoo is a cross between a Poodle and a Jack Russell Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 12–16 lb and live 12–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, 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.

Weight12–16 lbcan be 10–17 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Jackapoo get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix12–16 lb

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

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

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Jack Russell Terrier. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

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

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Poodle 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 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 Poodle rates very high and the Jack Russell Terrier moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. 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.

Poodle vs Jack Russell vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Jackapoo	Jack Russell Terrier
Weight	10–15 lb	12–16 lb	13–17 lb
Height	10–15 in	12–14 in	13–14 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	12–16 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Jackapoo

How big does a Jackapoo get?: Most grow to 12–16 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 10–17 pounds.
How long does a Jackapoo live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).
Does a Jackapoo shed?: Shedding is low. Poodle 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 Jackapoo easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Jack Russell mixes

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