How long does a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Blue Heeler (12–16 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix easy to train?

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

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Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix

A Blue Heeler Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Blue Heeler and a Dalmatian. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–60 lb and live 12–14 years.

Blue Heeler, a purebred dog — Blue HeelerPhoto: Zingpix, CC BY 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.

Weight40–60 lbcan be 35–70 lb

Height18–22 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix get?

Blue Heeler35–50 lb

The mix40–60 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 18–22 inches at the shoulder, against 17–20 in for the Blue Heeler and 19–24 in for the Dalmatian.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very high

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

Energy

Very high

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Very low to moderate

The Blue Heeler rates very low and the Dalmatian moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Blue Heeler is usually described as alert, curious, pleasant. 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.

Blue Heeler vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Blue Heeler	Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	35–50 lb	40–60 lb	45–70 lb
Height	17–20 in	18–22 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–14 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very high	very high
Energy	very high	very high	high
Group	Herding	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 40–60 pounds and 18–22 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 35–70 pounds.
How long does a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Blue Heeler (12–16 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix shed?: Shedding is very high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Blue Heeler Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very low to moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Blue Heeler mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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