How long does a Rottweiler Bulldog Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–10 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the English Bulldog (8–10 years).

Is a Rottweiler Bulldog 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 Bulldog Mix

A Rottweiler Bulldog mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a English Bulldog. Most grow into large dogs of 60–90 lb and live 8–10 years.

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

English Bulldog, a purebred dog — English BulldogPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight60–90 lbcan be 40–135 lb

Height18–21 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–10 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Bulldog Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix60–90 lb

English Bulldog40–50 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Rottweiler Bulldog 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 14–15 in for the English Bulldog.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

High

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 Rottweiler rates moderate and the English Bulldog moderate; 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 English Bulldog as friendly, courageous, calm. 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 Bulldog vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Bulldog Mix	English Bulldog
Weight	80–135 lb	60–90 lb	40–50 lb
Height	22–27 in	18–21 in	14–15 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	8–10 yr	8–10 yr
Shedding	moderate	high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Rottweiler Bulldog Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Bulldog Mix get?: Most grow to 60–90 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 Bulldog Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–10 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the English Bulldog (8–10 years).
Does a Rottweiler Bulldog Mix shed?: Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Rottweiler Bulldog 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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Other Bulldog mixes

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