Monday, March 19, 2012

Breed Feature – Dalmatians

My sister made a special request today for a Dalmatians post.  This is another breed that I don’t see very often.  In fact, I can’t remember the last time I saw one in person.




Breed Specifics:
  • Weight: Big range from 35 – 70 pounds.
  • The pups are born with plain white coats, and their first spots usually appear within a week after birth!  After about a month, they have most of their spots, although they continue to gain more throughout their life.
  • They shed considerably all year.
  • They are intelligent, playful, loyal, and active dogs.  This dog is for someone who is more active because they will need exercise.
  • A genetic predisposition for deafness is a serious health problem for Dalmatians; only about 70% have normal hearing!


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