How long does a Pug Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Pug (13–15 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Pug 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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Pug Dalmatian Mix

A Pug Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Pug and a Dalmatian. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 30–45 lb and live 12–14 years.

Pug, a purebred dog — PugPhoto: Abuk SABUK, 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.

Weight30–45 lbcan be 14–70 lb

Height14–18 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Pug Dalmatian Mix get?

Pug14–18 lb

The mix30–45 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 14–18 inches at the shoulder, against 10–13 in for the Pug 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

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 Pug 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 Pug is usually described as charming, mischievous, loving. 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.

Pug vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Pug	Pug Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	14–18 lb	30–45 lb	45–70 lb
Height	10–13 in	14–18 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	12–14 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	high	very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Toy	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Pug Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Pug Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 30–45 pounds and 14–18 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 14–70 pounds.
How long does a Pug Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Pug (13–15 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Pug 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 Pug 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.