How long does a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–17 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the Pomeranian (12–16 years).

Is a Shih Tzu Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian Mix

A Shih Tzu Pomeranian mix is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Pomeranian. Most grow into toy-sized dogs of 6–12 lb and live 11–17 years.

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

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, source

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

Weight6–12 lbcan be 3–16 lb

Height8–9 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–17 years

SizeToy-sized

How big does a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix get?

Shih Tzu9–16 lb

The mix6–12 lb

Pomeranian3–7 lb

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

Height runs 8–9 inches at the shoulder, against 9–10.5 in for the Shih Tzu and 6–7 in for the Pomeranian.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

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 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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 Pomeranian vs the mix

Trait	Shih Tzu	Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix	Pomeranian
Weight	9–16 lb	6–12 lb	3–7 lb
Height	9–10.5 in	8–9 in	6–7 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	11–17 yr	12–16 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix

How big does a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix get?: Most grow to 6–12 pounds and 8–9 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–16 pounds.
How long does a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–17 years, the midpoint of the Shih Tzu (10–18 years) and the Pomeranian (12–16 years).
Does a Shih Tzu Pomeranian Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. 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 Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian mixes

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