The Dalmatian breed, you need to know

Immortalized in movies this adorable dog is friendly synthesis, strong, active, intelligent, fast, greedy, restless, longevity. It requires a lot of exercise and company, a healthy diet to offset their propensity to kidney stones.

Overview

A native of Dalmatia, eastern Mediterranean coast of Croatia. Can reach 15 years of life and 30 kilos, with a height between 50 to 61 cm. The puppies are white and develop their spots by the third week.

Dalmatians health, diet and exercise

Dog of body strong and muscular, strong legs, so it will be an excellent companion for extended walks and exercise sessions. In fact it is said that a dog was escorted royal carriages, running alongside the horses. It means that you must have time to devote to your fitness.

They are prone to develop kidney stones due to the high content of uric acid in the urine. For this should ensure a low purine diet but low in protein, plenty of water and physical activity, which should not be done after meals.

Foods high in purines are mainly red meat consumption should be moderate. To compensate for these proteins can provide recourse to poultry, lamb, fish and egg white. Also include non-citrus fruits and vegetables. Eat dry bread and vegetables will help the health of their teeth. Go to a specialty store is also an option.

The Dalmatian enjoys human company and its absence will cause a loneliness that leads to anxiety and dementia. Symptoms are biting the legs causing injury or compulsive digging.

When selecting a puppy should cerciorar you hear. At this stage it is important to start educating otherwise difficult habits can make correction.

Dog for small homes??

It is a very sociable dog, not aggressive, nervous or shy. But being an active dog with character requires space.

A puppy will require sufficient space for their games. After six months and should be incorporated gradually increase walking.

Despite being an adaptable dog could wreak havoc in small places. Its tail is usually moving, so could damage objects with only happen if it was confined in narrow areas. If you want to leave in the garden have to think about building a fence of at least 1.50 meters.

Your coat moves constantly, being very compatible with carpets and furniture. Daily brushing is recommended. In natural environments the dog wear their nails naturally, if it does not they should be cut.

Unless these aspects, the Dalmatian can adapt to small places, what is not negotiable is the permanent company and routine physical activity.