How long does a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix live?

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

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix

A Pomeranian Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Dalmatian. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 25–40 lb and live 12–14 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight25–40 lbcan be 3–70 lb

Height12–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix25–40 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 12–16 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian and 19–24 in for the Dalmatian. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate 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 Pomeranian rates moderate and the Dalmatian moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	3–7 lb	25–40 lb	45–70 lb
Height	6–7 in	12–16 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–14 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 25–40 pounds and 12–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–70 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate to very high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Pomeranian Dalmatian Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Pomeranian mixes

Other Dalmatian mixes

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