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"Spotless:
All Dalmatian puppies are born white and spot-free! Some puppies have black and liver colorations on their skin; however, these spots are not in their fur.
The spots on their fur develop within the first few weeks of a puppy’s life, and unique to each Dalmatian--just like human finger prints.",
"A Bout of Gout:
Dalmatian males are susceptible to gout, a condition that affects uric-acid metabolism.
Because affected dogs have an excessive amount of uric acid in their blood streams, urate crystals tend to form around joints and cause painful deformities.
Gout also causes kidney and bladder problems.",
"Dalmation Destruction:
According to animal behavioral specialists, Dalmatians can be very destructive to home decors.
They can tear up linoleum flooring, are very hard to potty train, and have loads of energy for getting into trouble.
These great companions really do require a lot of training and care.",
"Delicate Dalmatians:
More than most dog breeds, Dalmatians are susceptible pneumonia, and should remain indoors most of the time.
Because these dogs are extremely social, they need a good balance of limited outdoor exercise (especially in Winter) and indoor bonding with family. ",
"Deafness in Dalmations:
Dalmatians have hearing that is four times better than that of humans, but they are susceptible to hearing problems.
Roughly 10 percent of all Dalmatians are born deaf, and around 20 percent of the breed can only hear out of one ear.
Deaf puppies cannot be sold and are usually put to sleep.",
"Fireman's Best Friend:
Even before the fire truck (or any car) was invented, Dalmatians have been associated with the fire department.
Why? For years, they were used to keep rats out of stables, where the horses that pulled the fire wagons lived.
They also kept vermin populations at bay in the main fire station. When a fire was reported, the Dalmatians would run alongside the horses, keeping them on the right track.
The Dalmatians' spots ensured that the horses could tell their guides from other dogs. ",
"Strong and Sturdy:
Dalmatians have also been called 'plum pudding dogs,' 'English coach dogs,' and 'carriage dogs.' They typically stand 19-24 inches tall and weigh 40-70 pounds.
They are usually lean, muscular, and sleek.
Because of their temperament and build, they can run incredibly long distances without much trouble, a handy trait that enabled the dogs to run along side fire wagons.",
"A Hairy Situation:
To prevent excessive shedding, Dalmatians should be brushed regularly.
Each individual Dalmatian hair has little barbs, which stick to carpets and fabrics. Once a hair touches your clothes, it is a pain to remove.",
"Dalmatian Reporting for Duty:
In WWII, the US and Britain used Dalmatians to carry secret messages and emergency supply kits.
Like human military officials, they served until they were honorably discharged.",
"Doting on Dalmatians:
Many famous people, including presidents George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, and Pablo Picasso, owned Dalmatian dogs.",
"Dalmatian Dining:
The Food Network show Three Dog Bakery had a Dalmatian host named Dottie (which accompanied a human host).
Dalmatians love to eat. They can eat almost anything, though human food should be given in careful moderation.
Chocolate and organ meat should not be given to these spotted companions. ",
"Dalmatians Across the Nations:
The Dalmatian is named for the nation of Dalmatia, which is a part the former Yugoslavia. Still, some believe that Dalmatians may have actually lived in Ancient Egypt.
Drawings on the walls of Egyptian tombs depict a spotted hunting dog that may have been a Dalmatian, or at least an earlier version of the Dalmatian.
Because so much mystery surrounds the origin of the breed, people have named Great Britain the breed's country of origin by default.",
"Disney Disaster:
When the movie '101 Dalmatians' (with Glenn Close) was released, people flocked to buy those adorable Dalmatian puppies.
What they did not realize was these dogs would grow up to be large dogs that require a lot of care, love, training, and understanding.
Within one year of the release of the movie, a record number of Dalmatians were placed in shelters and animal societies.
When '102 Dalmatians' was released, animal advocates begged the Disney movie studio to add a warning to the movie to prevent the purchasing boom from happening again."];