Tag: dog

  • Beyond the Spots: Temperament Breakdown

    One of the most common questions I see online about Dalmatians is: “What is their temperament like?” Most people describe them as smart, stubborn, loyal, and loving—all of which are true. But those traits exist in many breeds, and yet, they present differently within each individual breed. So what makes them different from other breeds…

  • Why asking me where my other 100 are is never funny

    Anyone who owns a Dalmatian has likely heard, “Where are your other one hundred?” more times than they can count (and no, it still wasn’t funny the 101st time). While I completely understand that people know this breed primarily from this franchise and that everyone who says it doesn’t mean any harm, as someone who…

  • Why did I get a Dalmatian?

    One of the questions I get asked the most when people hear that I have a Dalmatian is “Why did you choose a Dalmatian?” It’s a valid question—they are definitely not a breed that is meant for every household. Getting a dog, and especially a Dalmatian, was not a decision I made lightly and I…