How long does a Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 9–14 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the English Bulldog (8–10 years).

Is a Shih Tzu Bulldog 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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Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix

A Shih Tzu Bulldog mix is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a English Bulldog. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 25–35 lb and live 9–14 years.

Shih Tzu, a purebred dog — Shih TzuPhoto: danny O., CC BY 2.0, source

English Bulldog, a purebred dog — English BulldogPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight25–35 lbcan be 9–50 lb

Height12–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan9–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix get?

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

The mix25–35 lb

English Bulldog40–50 lb

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

Height runs 12–13 inches at the shoulder, against 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu and 14–15 in for the English Bulldog. 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

Very low to high

Shih Tzu 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

Moderate

The Shih Tzu rates moderate and the English Bulldog moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

High

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Shih Tzu is usually described as affectionate, playful, outgoing. The English Bulldog as friendly, courageous, calm. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Shih Tzu vs Bulldog vs the mix

Trait	Shih Tzu	Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix	English Bulldog
Weight	9–16 lb	25–35 lb	40–50 lb
Height	9–10.5 in	12–13 in	14–15 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	9–14 yr	8–10 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix

How big does a Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix get?: Most grow to 25–35 pounds and 12–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 9–50 pounds.
How long does a Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 9–14 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the English Bulldog (8–10 years).
Does a Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu Bulldog Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Shih Tzu mixes

Other Bulldog mixes

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