Dalmatian

⏳ Lifespan ⏳

10 - 13 years

💪 Weight 💪

Male:23 - 25kg

Female:23 - 25kg

📏 Height 📏

Male:58 - 61cm

Female: 56 - 58cm

📃 Pedigree 📃

Yes

🐕 Breed group 🐕

Utility

❤ Health tests available ❤

BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, BAER testing (deafness)

💳 Nicknames 💳

Dal (nickname), Carriage Dog, Spotted Coach Dog, Firehouse Dog, Plum Pudding Dog

Pros

• Very loyal and devoted family pets and companion dogs
• Dalmatians are social by nature
• Low maintenance on the grooming front and rarely have a "doggy" smell about them
• Very intelligent and therefore easy to train
• Good choice for first time dog owners
• Very people-oriented
• Dalmatians have a natural affinity with horses
• They are natural watchdogs
• Insuring a Dalmatian is not too expensive

Cons

• Better suited to families with older children rather than toddlers
• Dalmatians need to be trained correctly and gently
• Can suffer from separation anxiety if left on their own for too long
• Well-bred Dalmatians puppies are expensive
• Dalmatians need a lot of physical daily exercise and mental stimulation
• Can be aggressive towards other dogs if not socialised from a young enough age
• Sheds a lot throughout the year and copiously during the spring and autumn
• Dalmatians are predisposed to hearing issues and puppies must be BAER tested

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A Dalmatian is not an ideal dog for apartment dwellers unless it can be taken out for a brisk walk or run several times a day. They are very active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized yard. Not suited to living outside in cold climates.

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Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

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