How long does a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).

Is a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?

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

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Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix

A Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel mix is a cross between a Schnauzer and a Cocker Spaniel. Most grow into small dogs of 16–25 lb and live 11–14 years.

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

Cocker Spaniel, a purebred dog — Cocker SpanielPhoto: 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.

Weight16–25 lbcan be 11–30 lb

Height13–15 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix get?

Schnauzer11–20 lb

The mix16–25 lb

Cocker Spaniel20–30 lb

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

Height runs 13–15 inches at the shoulder, against 12–14 in for the Schnauzer and 13.5–15.5 in for the Cocker Spaniel.

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

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Very high

The Schnauzer rates very high and the Cocker Spaniel very high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Schnauzer is usually described as friendly, smart, obedient. The Cocker Spaniel as gentle, smart, happy. 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 Cocker Spaniel vs the mix

Trait	Schnauzer	Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix	Cocker Spaniel
Weight	11–20 lb	16–25 lb	20–30 lb
Height	12–14 in	13–15 in	13.5–15.5 in
Lifespan	12–15 yr	11–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Terrier	mixed	Sporting

Questions about the Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix

How big does a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix get?: Most grow to 16–25 pounds and 13–15 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–30 pounds.
How long does a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Cocker Spaniel (10–14 years).
Does a Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel 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 Cocker Spaniel Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Schnauzer mixes

Other Cocker Spaniel mixes

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