How long does a Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Saint Bernard (8–10 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).

Is a Saint Bernard 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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Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix

A Saint Bernard Dalmatian mix is a cross between a Saint Bernard and a Dalmatian. Most grow into giant dogs of 80–125 lb and live 10–12 years.

Saint Bernard, a purebred dog — Saint BernardPhoto: Rafael Dominguez Rodriguez, CC BY-SA 4.0, 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.

Weight80–125 lbcan be 45–180 lb

Height22–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix get?

Saint Bernard120–180 lb

The mix80–125 lb

Dalmatian45–70 lb

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

Height runs 22–27 inches at the shoulder, against 26–30 in for the Saint Bernard and 19–24 in for the Dalmatian.

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 Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard is usually described as playful, charming, inquisitive. 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.

Saint Bernard vs Dalmatian vs the mix

Trait	Saint Bernard	Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix	Dalmatian
Weight	120–180 lb	80–125 lb	45–70 lb
Height	26–30 in	22–27 in	19–24 in
Lifespan	8–10 yr	10–12 yr	11–13 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix

How big does a Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix get?: Most grow to 80–125 pounds and 22–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 45–180 pounds.
How long does a Saint Bernard Dalmatian Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Saint Bernard (8–10 years) and the Dalmatian (11–13 years).
Does a Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard 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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Other Dalmatian mixes

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