Dalmatian owners say the breed sheds a lot and consistently throughout the year. Your vacuum cleaner will rarely return to the storage closet.
Yes. With their urinary tract issues and high energy, this is a decidedly high maintenance breed. A lot of thought should go into the decision to bring a Dalmatian into your home. Do you have the time to walk them multiple times a day, and make sure they get more vigorous daily exercise as well? Do you have the patience for daily training and socialization sessions with your headstrong pup? If you answer no to any of these questions, this breed is not for you. If you answer yes to them all, you can look forward to adventures with a boisterous, charming dog.
Dals have an increased risk of hereditary deafness compared with other breeds. About 30 percent of Dalmatians are deaf, either fully or partially. Caring for a deaf or partially deaf Dalmatian is even more challenging than one that has normal hearing. They require special training that ensures they don't startle, which could result in a bite. Often training involves hand signals and a gently vibrating collar to grab their attention. There are niche rescues for deaf Dalmatians, who can be difficult to place.
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