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| Breed: Dalmatian |
| Also Called: NULL |
| Height: The Dalmatian is about 19-23 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Dalmatian weighs between 50-55 lbs. |
| Colors: The Dalmatian can be white with black or liver colored spots. |
| General Appearance: The Dalmatian is a distinctively spotted dog, poised and alert, strong, muscular and active, free of shyness, intelligent in expression, symmetrical in outline, and without exaggeration or coarseness. The Dalmatian is capable of great endurance, combined with fair amount of speed. |
| Temperment: The Dalmatian may appear snobbish with strangers, but loves his family. They have a great sense of humor and many of them smile when happy. He is stable and outgoing, yet dignified, also very athletic. |
| Care: The Dalmatian is a naturally clean dog who is easy to bath and groom. Daily brushing minimizes shedding. |
| Health Concerns: NULL |
| Training: The Dalmatian's training must begin early and must never be overbearing or rushed. Puppies need to be taught to be quiet and not shy away from strangers. |
| Activity: The Dalmatian is an active breed and exercise is essential. |
| Life Span: The Dalmatian lives an average life of 11-13 years. |
| Litter Size: The Dalmatian has an average litter of 8-10 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Dalmatian originated in Dalmatia (former Yugoslavia). |
| Brief History: The name is taken from Dalmatia, part of the former Yugoslavia. Coming from Dalmatia, a region on the Adriatic Sea north of Albania. It was in Britain that the Dalmatians became well established as a dog of the British aristocracy, running alongside their horse-drawn carriages. They have been used as a watchdog, draft dog, shepherd, ratter, bird dog, trail hound, retriever, circus and stage performer and of course as a firehouse mascot. Their registration doubled following the 1959 film ""101 Dalmatians."" |
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 6), KC (GB), UKC |
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