Dalmatians

At a glance
The Dalmatian is a mid-sized, muscular dog admired for his unmistakable spotted coat and his clownish energy and independent personality.

Summary

• Names – dal, dali; carriage dog, firehouse dog, plum pudding dog, spotted dick and dalmatiner
• Group – AKC: Non-Sporting Group; KC: Utility
• Size – medium
• Life expectancy – 9-15 years; average of 11
• Cost of ownership – low
• Ease of ownership – medium
• Aggressive tendency – low
• Amount of Exercise – high
• Amount of Grooming – low
• Ease of Training – high
• Obedience level – high
• Suitable for Children – high
• Amount of Care Required – low
• Susceptibility to Health Problems – low

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