How long does a Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix live?

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

Is a Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix easy to train?

Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix

A Rottweiler Newfoundland mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Newfoundland. Most grow into giant dogs of 90–140 lb and live 9–10 years.

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

Newfoundland, a purebred dog — NewfoundlandPhoto: Hartmann Linge, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight90–140 lbcan be 80–150 lb

Height24–28 inat the shoulder

Lifespan9–10 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix90–140 lb

Newfoundland100–150 lb

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

Height runs 24–28 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler and 26–28 in for the Newfoundland.

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

High

The Rottweiler rates moderate and the Newfoundland high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. The Newfoundland as sweet, patient, devoted. 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 Newfoundland vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix	Newfoundland
Weight	80–135 lb	90–140 lb	100–150 lb
Height	22–27 in	24–28 in	26–28 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	9–10 yr	9–10 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix get?: Most grow to 90–140 pounds and 24–28 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 80–150 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Newfoundland Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 9–10 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Newfoundland (9–10 years).
Does a Rottweiler Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland Mix easy to train?: Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Rottweiler mixes

Other Newfoundland mixes

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