How long does a Dachshund Dalmatian Mix live?

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

Is a Dachshund 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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Dachshund Dalmatian Mix

A Dachshund Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Dachshund and a Dalmatian. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 30–50 lb and live 12–14 years.

Dachshund, a purebred dog — DachshundPhoto: Ellen Levy Finch, 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.

Weight30–50 lbcan be 16–70 lb

Height14–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Dachshund Dalmatian Mix get?

Standard Dachshund16–32 lb

The mix30–50 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 14–16 inches at the shoulder, against 8–9 in for the Standard Dachshund and 19–24 in for the Dalmatian.

Size figures assume a Standard Dachshund parent, the size closest to the Dalmatian. A different dachshund size moves the whole range.

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

Moderate

The Dachshund rates moderate 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 Dachshund is usually described as friendly, curious, spunky. 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.

Dachshund vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Standard Dachshund	Dachshund Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	16–32 lb	30–50 lb	45–70 lb
Height	8–9 in	14–16 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–14 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	low	low to very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Hound	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Dachshund Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Dachshund Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 30–50 pounds and 14–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 16–70 pounds.
How long does a Dachshund Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Dachshund (12–16 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Dachshund 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 Dachshund Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Dachshund mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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