How long does a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Basset Hound (12–13 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Basset Hound Dalmatian 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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Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix

A Basset Hound Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Basset Hound and a Dalmatian. Most grow into large dogs of 40–70 lb and live 12–13 years.

Basset Hound, a purebred dog — Basset HoundPhoto: Wikimedia Commons contributor, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Dalmatian, a purebred dog — DalmatianPhoto: Desaix83, d'après le travail de Le dalmatien, 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.

Weight40–70 lbcan be 40–70 lb

Height16–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix get?

Basset Hound40–65 lb

The mix40–70 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 16–20 inches at the shoulder, against 13–15 in for the Basset Hound and 19–24 in for the Dalmatian.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to very high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Very low to high

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

Trainability

Moderate

The Basset Hound rates low and the Dalmatian moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Basset Hound is usually described as charming, patient, low-key. The Dalmatian as dignified, smart, outgoing. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Basset Hound vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Basset Hound	Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	40–65 lb	40–70 lb	45–70 lb
Height	13–15 in	16–20 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–13 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	low	low to very high	very high
Energy	very low	very low to high	high
Group	Hound	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 40–70 pounds and 16–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–70 pounds.
How long does a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Basset Hound (12–13 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix shed?: Shedding is low to very high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Basset Hound Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Basset Hound mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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