How long does a Dalmatian Greyhound Mix live?

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

Is a Dalmatian Greyhound 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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Dalmatian Greyhound Mix

A Dalmatian Greyhound mix is a cross between a Dalmatian and a Greyhound. Most grow into large dogs of 50–70 lb and live 10–13 years.

Dalmatian, a purebred dog — DalmatianPhoto: Desaix83, d'après le travail de Le dalmatien, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Greyhound, a purebred dog — GreyhoundPhoto: Neurodoc, 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.

Weight50–70 lbcan be 45–70 lb

Height23–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Dalmatian Greyhound Mix get?

Dalmatian45–70 lb

The mix50–70 lb

Greyhound60–70 lb

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

Height runs 23–27 inches at the shoulder, against 19–24 in for the Dalmatian and 27–30 in for the Greyhound.

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 Dalmatian rates moderate and the Greyhound low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Dalmatian is usually described as dignified, smart, outgoing. The Greyhound as gentle, independent, noble. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Dalmatian vs Greyhound vs the mix

Trait	Dalmatian	Dalmatian Greyhound Mix	Greyhound
Weight	45–70 lb	50–70 lb	60–70 lb
Height	19–24 in	23–27 in	27–30 in
Lifespan	11–13 yr	10–13 yr	10–13 yr
Shedding	very high	low to very high	low
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Dalmatian Greyhound Mix

How big does a Dalmatian Greyhound Mix get?: Most grow to 50–70 pounds and 23–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 45–70 pounds.
How long does a Dalmatian Greyhound Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–13 years, the midpoint of the Dalmatian (11–13 years) and the Greyhound (10–13 years).
Does a Dalmatian Greyhound 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 Dalmatian Greyhound Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Dalmatian mixes

Other Greyhound mixes

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