How long does a Boxer Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Boxer Dalmatian Mix easy to train?

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

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Boxer Dalmatian Mix

A Boxer Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Boxer and a Dalmatian. Most grow into large dogs of 50–75 lb and live 10–12 years.

Boxer, a purebred dog — BoxerPhoto: Flickr user boxercab, CC BY 2.0, 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.

Weight50–75 lbcan be 45–80 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Boxer Dalmatian Mix get?

Boxer50–80 lb

The mix50–75 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 20–24 inches at the shoulder, against 21.5–25 in for the Boxer 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

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

High

The Boxer rates high 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 Boxer is usually described as bright, fun-loving, active. 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.

Boxer vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Boxer	Boxer Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	50–80 lb	50–75 lb	45–70 lb
Height	21.5–25 in	20–24 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	10–12 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	low	low to very high	very high
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Boxer Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Boxer Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 50–75 pounds and 20–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 45–80 pounds.
How long does a Boxer Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Boxer (10–12 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Boxer 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 Boxer Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Dalmatian mixes

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