How long does a Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–15 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the French Bulldog (10–12 years).

Is a Shih Tzu French 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 French Bulldog Mix

A Shih Tzu French Bulldog mix is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a French Bulldog. Most grow into small dogs of 12–22 lb and live 10–15 years.

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

French Bulldog, a purebred dog — French BulldogPhoto: Frosya a, 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.

Weight12–22 lbcan be 9–28 lb

Height10–12 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix get?

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

The mix12–22 lb

French Bulldog16–28 lb

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

Height runs 10–12 inches at the shoulder, against 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu and 11–13 in for the French Bulldog.

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 French Bulldog moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very low to high

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Shih Tzu is usually described as affectionate, playful, outgoing. The French Bulldog as adaptable, playful, smart. 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 French Bulldog vs the mix

Trait	Shih Tzu	Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix	French Bulldog
Weight	9–16 lb	12–22 lb	16–28 lb
Height	9–10.5 in	10–12 in	11–13 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	10–15 yr	10–12 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	low
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix

How big does a Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix get?: Most grow to 12–22 pounds and 10–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 9–28 pounds.
How long does a Shih Tzu French Bulldog Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–15 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the French Bulldog (10–12 years).
Does a Shih Tzu French 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 French 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 French Bulldog mixes

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