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Today, Dalmatians continue to perform a variety of jobs, from family pet to sporting and showing, but their most defining roles will be forever memorialized in the breed's many nicknames: the English Coach Dog, the Carriage Dog, and the Fire House Dog.
- Are Dalmatians known to be mean?
- Are Dalmatians a mean breed?
- Why is it called Dalmatian?
- What is the IQ of a Dalmatian?
- What dog is most likely to turn on its owner?
- Are Dalmatian dogs deaf?
Are Dalmatians known to be mean?
Dalmatians can make perfect family pets, as they are usually outgoing and not aggressive at all. However, because they're so energetic, they could easily knock over and unintentionally injure smaller children.
Are Dalmatians a mean breed?
Dalmatians are intelligent, playful, active, protective, gentle, social and relatively non-aggressive. They're patient and generally good with children, too. When Dalmatians are left alone too much or improperly socialized, their impressive intelligence can lead to digging, scratching and chewing.
Why is it called Dalmatian?
The Dalmatian (Croatian: Dalmatinac) is a breed of dog. It is named after the Adriatic coast of Dalmatia, in Croatia, its first home. The origins of the breed are unknown. ... It is best known, however, as a coach or carriage dog, being a guard for horse-pulled vehicles.
What is the IQ of a Dalmatian?
Yes, Dalmatians are smart dogs. They're an “above average intelligent” dog breed according to canine psychologist Stanley Coren. In fact, they're the 62nd smartest dog breed out of 138 dog breeds for obedience and working intelligence.
What dog is most likely to turn on its owner?
Pit Bull Terriers
Probably the most notorious breed on this list, the pit bull has a reputation for unpredictability and aggression, even against its owner or his family. State and local governments have been vigorous at restricting ownership of this dog with breed-specific legislation.
Are Dalmatian dogs deaf?
Eight percent of all Dalmatians are bilaterally deaf and 22% are unilaterally deaf - a 30% total with some deafness. As a result, it is fairly safe to say that no line or champion cannot produce deaf offspring.
