Perhaps one of the most famous breeds in cinema, the Dalmatian dog is a darling among dog-loving tutors. In this sense, these animals are companions and have a very strong protective instinct, in addition, of course, to having a characteristic coat pattern.

By the way, the Dalmatian dog breed is quite popular all over the world, gaining fame for being clumsy and cute dogs at the same time. So, are you thinking about getting one of these puppies? Well, follow our content and find out everything you need to know about this breed before taking a specimen home! Check out!

First of all, this dog has mysterious and very unknown origins. In general, some researchers even found paintings in Egyptian tombs with characteristics quite similar to the Dalmatian dog. However, these data are not considered official.

Thus, their most certain records depart from a city in the region of Yugoslavia called Dalmatia, which is why the dog has that name. In addition, experts ended up associating traits of the breed with Great Dane dogs and even Pointers. As far as is known, copies of the Dalmatian were also found in paintings from the 17th century.

However, the breed did become popular in the 19th century in England, when they were ever-present protecting Queen Victoria's horses and carriage. Incidentally, its function went far beyond aesthetics, in fact using the protective instinct of these animals that prevented other dogs from attacking the horses that pulled the royal carriage.

It was in the 1880s that the breed was officially recognized, soon spreading across Europe and the United States, where it was also the official dog of the Fire Department. However, during the 1990s, with the release of the animation “101 Dalmatians” in the cinema, the breed became so desired! Although the most striking feature of this dog is its white coat with black or brown spots, its personality also conquers.

Furthermore, this dog is quite strong, muscular and has shapely limbs. In addition, it has drooping and triangular ears well positioned on the side of the head. The large, round eyes, usually dark in color, lend an air of docility and cuteness to the breed.

Although this is a well-known and loved breed around the world, Dalmatian puppies don't come at a very friendly price. In this sense, it is interesting to keep an eye on the animal's lineage, since descendants of competitors and champions have a higher price. In general, the value is between R$2,500.00 and can reach R$7,000.00!

Meanwhile, even though pedigree dogs have a higher value, they have the advantage of guaranteeing breed standards. Therefore, if you intend to acquire a Dalmatian puppy, it is interesting to visit the kennel or breeding center in order to meet your pet's parents.  

In addition, you ensure that the place is suitable for breeding dogs and thus avoid funding animal cruelty even indirectly. So, always try to buy dogs from accredited kennels, and look for recommendations and indications from people you know before making the purchase.

Finally, avoid buying animals advertised over the internet on shopping sites, as you cannot be sure of the place's origin or even the health of the pets. In this way, you will avoid acquiring a sick dog or even one that deviates from breed standards. Stay tuned!

First of all, the Dalmatian dog can present congenital and hereditary diseases, one more reason for you to know your puppy's parents and ancestors. In this sense, it is relatively common for a dog of this breed to be born deaf. In fact, this problem can affect one ear or even both, and patience and special care are required with these dogs.

In addition, the Dalmatian also has a tendency to form kidney stones due to its inability to metabolize uric acid. So, it's very important to keep an eye out for your pet and take him to appointments with the veterinarian regularly, in addition to keeping routine exams up to date.

Furthermore, due to its large size, the Dalmatian dog may have hip dysplasia when older. This disease can cause difficulty in locomotion and pain in the hind legs. However, while he may have some health issues, his life expectancy is high, ranging from 12 to 14 years old.

Finally, these dogs may not look that big, but they have a great height, reaching up to 64 centimeters at the withers. With strong, muscular paws, he is a fast animal that requires daily exercise to stay healthy. In this sense, its weight should not exceed 32 kg or it will be an obese dog.

So, are you delighted with the little machetes that are so characteristic of this breed and want to acquire a Dalmatian puppy? Because you better be sure you can give him the attention he needs. That's because this pet needs not only daily walks, but also high-intensity physical activity to expend its energy.

Although the breed has a short, silky coat, the Dalmatian is a dog that tends to shed a lot of hair! Therefore, maintain a weekly brushing routine to avoid excessive hair loss. Also, fortnightly baths are enough to keep them clean and smelling.

Furthermore, it is important to socialize your pet from a young age and some specimens of the breed require more patience than others. That's because this dog is suspicious by nature, which is why he has such a sharp protective instinct. Incidentally, this is not a highly recommended breed for those who have small children or even other animals at home.

Dalmatians are very loving dogs with their owners and often follow them around the house. Therefore, it is important to keep them company and avoid leaving them alone for long periods of time if you do not want to find destroyed objects around the house. Generally speaking, they are adaptable dogs that can do well in small houses or apartments.

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