How Can I Learn About Dalmatians?

The Dalmatian, popularized by the Disney animated film "101 Dalmatians," is a large, strong breed of dog. Adults can grow to about 24 inches and weigh around 55 pounds. While adults are covered with black spots, Dalmatians are born with white fur. They are highly energetic and require a lot of exercise and a large amount of leadership. When considering a Dalmatian as a pet it's important to research the breed to determine if is a suitable choice. There are many different and easy ways to learn about Dalmatians.

Instructions

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      Watch the Animal Plant video "Dogs 101: Dalmatian" available from on its website (See Resource 2). This brief, 5-minute video is a good introduction to the breed and covers the dog's basic traits, behavior, origin and other topics like health, training and care.

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      Purchase a book about Dalmatians. "The Official Book of the Dalmatian" produced by The Dalmatian Club of America is a recommend text with highly detailed and authoritative information. The club's website also contains a list of additional suggested reading material (See Resource 1).

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      Visit websites devoted to Dalmatians. There are many websites created by Dalmatian clubs, societies and pet owners which contain helpful information.

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      Contact a Dalmatian owner. The Dalmatian Club of America has a list of Dalmatian owners around the country willing to share information about resources available in their area. See Resource 1 for The Dalmatian Club of America's informational resources list.