How long does a Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a Rottweiler Basset Hound 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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Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix

A Rottweiler Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Basset Hound. Most grow into large dogs of 60–100 lb and live 10–12 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, 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.

Weight60–100 lbcan be 40–135 lb

Height18–21 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix60–100 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

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

Height runs 18–21 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound.

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

Very low to moderate

Short daily walks usually do. Watch the weight, because low-energy dogs put it on easily.

Trainability

Moderate

The Rottweiler rates moderate and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. The Basset Hound as charming, patient, low-key. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Rottweiler vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	80–135 lb	60–100 lb	40–65 lb
Height	22–27 in	18–21 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	10–12 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Group	Working	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 60–100 pounds and 18–21 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Rottweiler Basset Hound 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 Rottweiler Basset Hound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Rottweiler mixes

Other Basset Hound mixes

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