How long does a Lab Dalmatian Mix live?

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

Is a Lab 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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Lab Dalmatian Mix

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

Labrador Retriever, a purebred dog — Labrador RetrieverPhoto: SixtyWeb, 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.

Weight50–75 lbcan be 45–80 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Lab Dalmatian Mix get?

Labrador Retriever55–80 lb

The mix50–75 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Lab 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 21.5–24.5 in for the Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever is usually described as friendly, active, outgoing. 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.

Lab vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Labrador Retriever	Lab Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	55–80 lb	50–75 lb	45–70 lb
Height	21.5–24.5 in	20–24 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	Sporting	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Lab Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Lab 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 Lab Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Labrador Retriever (10–12 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Lab 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 Lab 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 Lab mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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