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Dalmatian (Dalmatinac)
Medium Breed
The Dalmatian has a tremendous amount of stamina, will always be happy to play whenever given the chance, and loves human companionship.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Dalmatia, Croatian Republic
Weight
Males 27-32kg / 60-70lbs;
Females 24-29kg / 53-64lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 56-61cm / 22-24in;
Females 54-59cm / 21-23in (standards may vary)
Coat
Short, dense, glossy hair
Markings
White and black, white and brown. White background with black or brown spots on the coat reaching maturity.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
It is a fairly intelligent dog with a fantastic memory, a very loyal companion and, once trained, a lifelong, well-behaved breed.
Temperament
An outgoing, friendly dog who is very social to the point that it may become depressed if left for a long period of time without human contact. Always happy to play, the Dalmatian will rarely get tired with its impressive stamina; starting off headstrong, the Dalmatian is trainable to a high level of obedience. Its impressive memory will ensure that it will remain obedient without losing any of the fun the Dalmatian is known for.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Dalmatian is an energetic breed which is most noted for its beautiful glossy coat with its distinctive patterns.
- Makes a good family pet and is good with children
- Excellent at jobs requiring stamina
- Fantastic jogging companion
- Adapts well to most climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Can be used as a good guard dog and watchdog
- Clean, with no doggy odour
- Constant shedder; regular grooming is needed
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Needs daily vigorous exercise
- Not suited to apartment living
- Very active indoors
- 10-12% of puppies are affected by deafness
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia, kidney failure and urinary blockage