Dalmatian - Immortalised by Disney
Breed Origins: Yugoslavia ( Dates back to Ancient Times )
Breed usage: Watchdog, herding, ratter, bird dog, trail hound, retriever and performer
Dog Weight: 40 - 60 Pounds
Dog Height: 22 to 24 inches to the shoulder
Cost of Puppies: From $250 US Dollars
Information, Facts & Origins of the Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog
The Dalmatian originates from Yugoslavia and was bred originally for watchdog, herding, ratter, bird dog, trail hound, retriever and performer. It's origins can be dated back to antiquity. This dog is classified as one of the Non-Sporting Dog Group which we go on to describe in detail in the section at the bottom of this page. The Dalmatian was first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1888. Name Facts and Dog Names: This dog's name is often mis-spelt as Dalmation. This breed was immortalised in the animated Walt Disney movie - 101 Dalmatians.
Description of the Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog and Puppies - Coat and Colours information
The Dalmatian's coat is normally a shade of pure white with black or liver brown spots. The coat is normally short, fine, dense and close.
Dog & Puppies Health information - potential problems of the Dalmations - Dalmatians
All owners of dogs and puppies are concerned about the health care of their pets and just as with humans dog health issues arise from time to time. Resolving dog health problems, including those of the Dalmatian, can prove to be costly and it would be wise to consider the benefits of obtaining dog health insurance. Diseases in dogs may occur because of trauma, infection, immune system abnormalities, genetic factors, or degenerative conditions. Common health problems and questions occur in relation to the Bones, Joints, Muscles, Nerves, Ears, Eyes, Teeth and the Mouth. Other, more serious, issues can relate to the Digestive System, Heart & Respiratory Systems, Immune & Blood Systems, Reproduction and Urinary Systems. Potential health problems of the Dalmatian may be checked via the Dog Symptoms Sorter, but can include:
- Deafness
- Skin allergies
Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
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Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
This describes the most common canine health problems concisely but simply without using medical jargon. A section on Dog and Puppy Vaccinations is also included offering information on each of the diseases, symptoms and effects for which immunization vaccines are available. Not sure of the name of the dog or puppy illness? A Dog Illness Symptoms Sorter is also featured. The Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems should only be used as an informational guide and when and if any dog or puppies health problems occur it is essential to raise any questions you may have with a Dog Health care professional.
Information on Grooming and Care of the Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog Breed
The Dalmatian requires weekly care and grooming. All dog breeds require a certain amount of grooming and care is necessary to keep dogs and puppies looking at their best. Grooming consists of not only brushing out the coat and bathing but also giving attention to the eyes, teeth, ears, feet and nails. A regular routine also ensures that any potential health problems are identified as quickly as possible, especially important in puppies and older Dalmation - Dalmatian Dogs.
Life Expectancy information of the Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog Breed
The life expectancy for this particular breed is 12 – 14 years.
Age comparison between the Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog Breed and a Human
Age comparisons between dogs and humans are always a matter of debate - we hope that the following information clarifies the situation. After the first year of life, a dog is equivalent to sixteen human years. After two years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old, at three years a 30 year old, and each year after, add 5 human years to determine a dog's age.
The Pictures reflect the Size of Adults - not Children and Puppies!
The pictures above allow for a useful comparison of sizes providing an accurate portrait of the size of an average Dalmatian - essential information but unique to this site. It should also be noted that the pictures feature adults. The size of puppies are naturally considerably smaller and the full grown size of the animal can easily be forgotten when confronted with cute puppies! The slogan " A dog isn't just for Christmas - it's for life!" was necessitated by well meaning people buying puppies at the Christmas, unaware of the puppies growth rate. The pictures provided make it extremely clear exactly how small puppies will develop and whether it will suit the life and living conditions of the family.
Dalmation - Dalmatian Dog Breed - Puppies Info and Names
The Puppies section, accessed via the Site Index, provides detailed information about Choosing the right puppy, Puppy Training, Puppy Care and Puppy Behavior, Growth & Development. We recommend that the following considerations should always be taken into account when choosing puppies:
- Budget - Purchasing, training, equipment, medication and feeding costs of the breed
- Convenience and Grooming time e.g. long or short hair
- Personal situation - time available and medical conditions such as allergies, asthma or back pain
- Exercising requirements for the Dalmatian breed
- Living Conditions for the dog breed - suitability for puppies
- Family - child suitability
- Puppy and Dog Names - The Importance of choosing the right names
Non-Sporting Dog Breed Information
Dogs in the Non-Sporting Group are a diverse group which do not fit the specified criteria of the other breed groups. In addition, the Non-Sporting Group may no longer perform the tasks they were originally bred for.
These dogs vary in every conceivable way from size, temperament, features and coats! Some are well known and some are less common. There is no unifying theme with these dogs! Times, fashions and societies have changed and so have the need for breeds to assist in what was once considered entertainment, or sport, such as bull or bear baiting.
Non-Sporting Breed Past Duties
The characteristics and features of Non-Sporting Dogs cannot be generalised. Each breed would have originally have been introduced and strengthened by breeding with animals who already demonstrated the desired traits. Breeding for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century. Before this time dogs and puppies were bred to increase useful abilities and traits helpful for the duties they were intended for. Because of the diverse nature of these breeds it is not possible to detail every task they were involved with but here are a few:
- Hunting game birds - the Finnish Spitz
- Hunting waterfowl
- Hunting small game - the Shiba
- Truffle hunter - the Poodle
- Bull Baiting - the English Bulldog
- Coach Dog - the Dalmatians
- Circus Performers
- Guarding duties
In this day and age only a few of the breeds might undertake these tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original breeding programs so successful. These dogs generally fall into the medium to large size groups and make popular family companions.
Examples of other Breeds within the Non-Sporting Dog Group
The Non-Sporting group includes the Dalmatian and all of the following breeds:
American Eskimo Dogs, Bichon Frise, Boston Terriers, Bulldogs,Chinese Shar-peis, Chow Chows, Dalmatians, Finnish Spitz, French Bulldogs, Keeshonds, Lhasa Apsos, Lowchens, Poodles, Schipperkes, Shiba Inus, Tibetan Spaniels and Tibetan Terriers. Name Facts and Dog Names: This dog's name is often mis-spelt as Dalmation. Pictures and information about all of the above Non-Sporting breeds, together with all other dog groups, may be found on this website via the following links: