Dalmation Puppy

I had an airdale that I was told I could never let of the lead but from a pub we went to traing classes etc would a dalmation be the same if taught from day 1. There is one at the yard who is graet but a spolit kid its owner has no kids!! I dont mind a dog that likes a cuddle mine is sat on my lap at the mo but not a needy dog
 
Yeah, I think most dogs benefit and learn from consistent training from day one
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The fire station in my neighbourhood has one (bought to help the firemen from Ladder 20 come to terms with 9/11). She's healthy as an ox, hangs out without a lead on a busy street all day long, but she does not like other dogs and can be aloof with strangers.

The only other Dalmatian I've known was, according to his owner, a Lab in a Dalmatian's body i.e. loved to learn, tail constantly wagging, "smiling" expression. Again, no problem with deafness, but I know it's all too common in the breed. My advice? Buy only from a breeder who does BAER genetic testing.
 
As said above.

Times the energy level of your JRT but 100 and your getting close to a Dalmatian.

They require huge amounts of training and exercise and don't do well left on their own.

They can be aggressive and especially over food.
 
I have a 1yr old dalmation and i can say he has definately been 'challenging' to train! He isn't great at being left if he has not had a huge walk first as he will destroy the room he is left in. I have never had problems with him and other dogs i have never even heard him growl at another dog! We have never had a problem with recall once he got the idea either he will always come back now no matter what. He is however hugely stubborn and can be very strong. He doesn't sit still for a second despite two very long walks a day. I have found they aren't hugely motivated by food either like a lot of dogs. They are lovely dogs but think very carefully whether or not you have the time and energy to look after one properly. It was a huge learning curve for me as a second dog and my parents who have owned dogs all their lives!
However having said all of that he is a lovely cuddly loyal dog and i wouldn't swap him for the world. He is one of the sweetest and most affectionate dogs i have ever met!
 
I have had alot of dallys over the years and have actually ended up working for two very well known breeders of dallys many years ago . They are great dogs but not for everyone . When I wanted to change breeds from border collies after two very heartbreaking times ( one was nearly 30 years ago and I'm crying while writing this ) I made alist of what I was looking for and then researched breeds that could offer this . Dallys came top of the list and as I already had some knowledge of the breed I got my first one and never regretted it ( well when I say never ..... We've all had those moments when we want to kill the little blighters!!!) I have never , ever met an agressive dally , doesn't mean they don't exist but I think that is nurture over nature . They are sensitive and don't get on with aggresive , shouty people . They are as a general rule very food obssessed but as above post not all are , which can make training easier . They are intelligent and are very easy to train , after BC I found them much more intelligent but sometimes this can work against you !! They do have a very high exercise requirement and will redecorate your house if they don't get it , possibly not to your taste though !! Dallys are also stone formers so you need to be aware of their diet ,not obssessive , keeping the purines as low as poss. You can find alot of info on www.britishdalmatianclub.org.uk , they also have a puppy list from registered breeders . Oh and get a BAER tested pup . Have you considered a rescue dog . If you go to www.dalmatianwelfare.co.uk they have a long list of dogs for rehoming and they are very helpful and will match you with the right dog for your situation . Dogs are generally with the old owners until they are rehomed but a few are fostered or in kennels . They don't all have problems , many are rehomed due to big changes in circumstances , illness or death and there are some young dogs on too . Oh one thing I forgot ( and I've said it before I know ) they shed twice a year , the first six months of the year and the second six months of the year . Those white hairs get everywhere and I do mean everywhere !! So if you wear black alot and are houseproud then possibly not the dog for you .
 
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