What does the Dalmatian look like?
The Dalmatian is 20-24 inches tall and about 55 lbs. The coat is short and hard and since it sheds a lot, should be brushed often. Ears are soft and carried against the head. Eyes are black, brown, blue or yellowish with a loving expression. The coat colors are a base coat of white with black, brown, yellowish, or dark blue spots. Puppies are born white, but soon acquire their spots. What is the Dalmatian’s temperament? This is a dog with a long memory and will remember for years if it is treated badly. The Dalmatian is extremely sensitive and needs human companionship to avoid melancholia. The Dalmatian loves children and enjoys romping with them. It can be aggressive with strange dogs and should be socialized early. If Dalmatians are not trained with a firm, consistent but gentle hand they can have behavior problems such as undue nervousness. The Dalmatian needs lots of activity and loves attention. What are the Dalmatian’s uses? The Dalmatian was a carriage dog in the 1800s, running
