How long does a Rottweiler Whippet Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Whippet (12–15 years).

Is a Rottweiler Whippet 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 Whippet Mix

A Rottweiler Whippet mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Whippet. Most grow into large dogs of 50–90 lb and live 10–12 years.

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

Whippet, a purebred dog — WhippetPhoto: Sagaciousphil, 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.

Weight50–90 lbcan be 25–135 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Whippet Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix50–90 lb

Whippet25–40 lb

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

Height runs 20–24 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler and 18–22 in for the Whippet. 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 Whippet 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 Whippet as affectionate, playful, 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 Whippet vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Whippet Mix	Whippet
Weight	80–135 lb	50–90 lb	25–40 lb
Height	22–27 in	20–24 in	18–22 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	10–12 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Rottweiler Whippet Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Whippet Mix get?: Most grow to 50–90 pounds and 20–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 25–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Whippet Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Whippet (12–15 years).
Does a Rottweiler Whippet 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 Whippet 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 Whippet mixes

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