How long does a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Yorkshire Terrier (11–15 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).

Is a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix easy to train?

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

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Yorkie Basset Hound Mix

A Yorkie Basset Hound mix is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Basset Hound. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 20–35 lb and live 12–14 years.

Yorkshire Terrier, a purebred dog — Yorkshire TerrierPhoto: Gandalfelrojo2, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: 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.

Weight20–35 lbcan be 4–65 lb

Height10–12 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix get?

Yorkshire Terrier4–7 lb

The mix20–35 lb

Basset Hound40–65 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Yorkie Basset Hound 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 7–8 in for the Yorkshire Terrier and 13–15 in for the Basset Hound. 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

Low

Yorkshire Terrier 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

Very low to moderate

Short daily walks usually do. Watch the weight, because low-energy dogs put it on easily.

Trainability

Low

The Yorkshire Terrier rates very low and the Basset Hound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Yorkshire Terrier is usually described as affectionate, sprightly, tomboyish. The Basset Hound as charming, patient, low-key. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Yorkie vs Basset Hound vs the mix

Trait	Yorkshire Terrier	Yorkie Basset Hound Mix	Basset Hound
Weight	4–7 lb	20–35 lb	40–65 lb
Height	7–8 in	10–12 in	13–15 in
Lifespan	11–15 yr	12–14 yr	12–13 yr
Shedding	very low	low	low
Energy	moderate	very low to moderate	very low
Group	Toy	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Yorkie Basset Hound Mix

How big does a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix get?: Most grow to 20–35 pounds and 10–12 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–65 pounds.
How long does a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Yorkshire Terrier (11–15 years) and the Basset Hound (12–13 years).
Does a Yorkie Basset Hound Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkie Basset Hound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Yorkie mixes

Other Basset Hound mixes

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