Recognizable from a distance, the Dalmatians’ white coats with colored spots make them one of the most attractive dog breeds on the planet. Dalmatian coats can be either short or long. While the Dals stand out with their delightful, bright coats, the puppies are born sans-spots and develop their distinctive patterns from about two weeks after birth. Notably, no two Dalmatians have the same color patterns. Below the attractive coat of a Dalmatian is a lean muscular build making them one of the largest breeds in the medium-sized category of dogs.
Built to run long distances, Dals are a hardworking breed with high energy levels that require space to exercise their muscular bodies. A well-trained and socialized Dalmatian is brilliant. However, the Dals can be pretty timid when confronted with new situations, necessitating initiation of training and socialization at a tender age.
Dalmatians love attention and are always eager to please their owner, making this breed relatively easy to train. But the Dals do not do well with harsh treatment. Give them food rewards, play, and praise, and the response will be excellent. Dalmatians possess a great sense of humor and will light up even the saddest moments. This feature, combined with a high sense of loyalty makes the Dals proven prodigious therapy dogs.
