How long does a Doberman Dalmatian Mix live?

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

Is a Doberman Dalmatian Mix easy to train?

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

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Doberman Dalmatian Mix

A Doberman Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Dalmatian. Most grow into large dogs of 50–85 lb and live 10–12 years.

Doberman, a purebred dog — DobermanPhoto: Fran Hogan, CC BY 2.5, 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.

Weight50–85 lbcan be 45–100 lb

Height22–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Doberman Dalmatian Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix50–85 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman 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

Moderate to very high

The Doberman rates very 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 Doberman is usually described as loyal, fearless, alert. 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.

Doberman vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	60–100 lb	50–85 lb	45–70 lb
Height	24–28 in	22–26 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	10–12 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very high	very high
Energy	very high	very high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Doberman Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Doberman Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 50–85 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 45–100 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Doberman 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 Doberman Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Doberman mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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