How long does a Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix

A Rottweiler Shiba Inu mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Shiba Inu. Most grow into large dogs of 50–80 lb and live 11–13 years.

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

Weight50–80 lbcan be 17–135 lb

Height18–22 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix50–80 lb

Shiba Inu17–23 lb

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

Height runs 18–22 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler rates moderate and the Shiba Inu low; 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 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.

Rottweiler vs Shiba Inu vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix	Shiba Inu
Weight	80–135 lb	50–80 lb	17–23 lb
Height	22–27 in	18–22 in	13.5–16.5 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	11–13 yr	13–16 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix get?: Most grow to 50–80 pounds and 18–22 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 17–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Shiba Inu Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–13 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Shiba Inu (13–16 years).
Does a Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler mixes

Other Shiba Inu mixes

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