Dalmatian

Since the middle ages, the Dalmatian has been popular in Europe because of his elegant bearing and unusual spotted appearance. People liked to have Dalmatians running along beside their horse-drawn carriages. No doubt the dogs were a deterrent to highway robbers, as well as being a status-symbol. The British developed the breed. In South Africa, some people call it a "blotting paper dog."

History of how dog breeds developed

The Dalmatian is an energetic dog, and needs a big yard and plenty of exercise. They love people and make good jogging or horse-riding  companions. A bored dog that is left on its own can be destructive. Training is essential from an early age.

Deafness sometimes occurs in this breed, and some dogs have a habit of quivering.

Because the coat moults, daily brushing keeps hair off the furniture.

Colour: white with black or brown spots. The spots should be separated from each other - not large patches. Puppies are white when born. The spots develop after a few weeks.

Height: males 58 - 91 cms at the shoulder, females 56 - 58 cms.

Class: utility

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