How long does a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix easy to train?

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

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Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix

A Schnauzer Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Schnauzer and a Basset Hound. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 25–40 lb and live 12–14 years.

Schnauzer, a purebred dog — SchnauzerPhoto: Zorik07, CC BY-SA 3.0, 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.

Weight25–40 lbcan be 11–65 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix get?

Schnauzer11–20 lb

The mix25–40 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

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

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 12–14 in for the Schnauzer and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound. 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.

Figures are for the Miniature Schnauzer, the size most mixes come from.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Very low to moderate

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

Trainability

Low to very high

The Schnauzer rates very high and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Schnauzer is usually described as friendly, smart, obedient. 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.

Schnauzer vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Schnauzer	Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	11–20 lb	25–40 lb	40–65 lb
Height	12–14 in	12–14 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	12–15 yr	12–14 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Group	Terrier	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 25–40 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–65 pounds.
How long does a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Schnauzer has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Schnauzer Basset Hound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Schnauzer mixes

Other Basset Hound mixes

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