How long does a Bulldog Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the English Bulldog (8–10 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Bulldog 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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Bulldog Dalmatian Mix

A Bulldog Dalmatian mix is a cross between a English Bulldog and a Dalmatian. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–60 lb and live 10–12 years.

English Bulldog, a purebred dog — English BulldogPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight40–60 lbcan be 40–70 lb

Height16–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Bulldog Dalmatian Mix get?

English Bulldog40–50 lb

The mix40–60 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Bulldog 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 14–15 in for the English Bulldog 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

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

Moderate

The English Bulldog rates moderate and the Dalmatian moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The English Bulldog is usually described as friendly, courageous, calm. 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.

Bulldog vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	English Bulldog	Bulldog Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	40–50 lb	40–60 lb	45–70 lb
Height	14–15 in	16–20 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	8–10 yr	10–12 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Bulldog Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Bulldog Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 40–60 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 Bulldog Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the English Bulldog (8–10 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Bulldog 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 Bulldog 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.