How long does a Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–15 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).

Is a Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix easy to train?

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

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Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix

A Schnauzer Jack Russell mix is a cross between a Schnauzer and a Jack Russell Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 12–18 lb and live 12–15 years.

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

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, CC BY 3.0, source

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

Weight12–18 lbcan be 11–20 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix get?

Schnauzer11–20 lb

The mix12–18 lb

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Schnauzer Jack Russell 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 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier.

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

Figures use the Parson Russell Terrier standard, the AKC breed closest to the Jack Russell.

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 to very high

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Schnauzer rates very high and the Jack Russell Terrier moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Schnauzer is usually described as friendly, smart, obedient. The Jack Russell Terrier as friendly, clever, athletic. 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 Jack Russell vs the mix

Trait	Schnauzer	Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix	Jack Russell Terrier
Weight	11–20 lb	12–18 lb	13–17 lb
Height	12–14 in	12–14 in	13–14 in
Lifespan	12–15 yr	12–15 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Terrier	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix

How big does a Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix get?: Most grow to 12–18 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 11–20 pounds.
How long does a Schnauzer Jack Russell Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–15 years, the midpoint of the Schnauzer (12–15 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).
Does a Schnauzer Jack Russell 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 Jack Russell Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Schnauzer mixes

Other Jack Russell mixes

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