Latest ads
-
Pure VPN - Up to 27 Months- vgp
- Updated:
-
Gemini AI PRO 18 months Offer- Hawaka
- Updated:
-
koko account
- DasunEranga
- Updated:
Dalmation Dogs
- Thread starter charutha1
- Start date
Dalmatian (dog)
The Dalmatian (Croatian: Dalmatinac) is a breed of dog whose roots are often said to trace back to Dalmatia, a region of Croatia where the first illustrations of dog have been found.[1] The Dalmatian is noted for its unique black or brown spotted coat
Body
Dalmatians are a mid-sized, well defined, muscular dog with excellent endurance and stamina. When full grown, these dogs' weight normally ranges between 35 to 70 pounds (16 to 32 kg) and they stand anywhere from 19 to 24 inches (48 to 61 cm), with males usually slightly larger than females.[2] This elegant creature is as long from forechest to buttocks as it is tall at the whithers, and shoulders are laid back. The Dalmatians' feet are round with well arched toes and nails are usually white or the same color as the dog's spots. Their thin ears taper towards the tip and set fairly high and close to the head. Eye color vairies between brown, amber, or blue with some dogs having one blue eye and one brown eye, or other combinations.
Coat
Newborn Dalmatian puppies.
A liver-spotted Dalmatian.
Dalmatian puppies are born with a plain white coat, and their first spots usually appear within a week after birth. After about a month the Dalmatian has most of its spots although they continue to develop throughout life at a much slower rate. Spots usually range in size of a quarter to a half-dollar and are most commonly black or brown on a white background. Other more rare colors include blue (a blue-grayish color), brindle, mosaic, tri-colored (with tan spotting on the eyebrows, cheeks, legs, and chest), and orange or lemon (dark to pale yellow). Patches of color appear anywhere on the body, mostly on the head or ears, and are usually consist of a solid color.
The Dalmatian coat is usually short, fine, and dense although smooth-coated Dalmatians occasionally produce long-coated offspring which shed less often. They shed considerably as well as year-round. The short, stiff hairs often weave into clothing, upholstery and nearly any other kind of fabric and can be difficult to remove. Weekly grooming with a hound mitt or curry can lessen the amount of hair that Dalmatians shed although nothing can completely prevent shedding. Due to the minimal amount of oil in their coat, Dalmatians lack a "dog" smell and stay fairly clean.
Temperament
Dalmatians are incredibly intelligent, playful, loyal and active dogs. They usually get along well with other animals, notably horses, and are great companions. Dalmatians are high energy dogs and love to play and romp outdoors, although they also enjoy lounging with their owners. Dalmatians have been known to have a stubborn streak but are revered for their intelligence. Some dogs, if cooped up, can become aggressive. In most cases this only shows up in a tendency to bark, often just for play. If shown love and companionship from a young age Dalmatians will be tirelessly loyal and affectionate
Uses
According to the AKC, the Dalmatian is ideal for use as a rescue dog, guardian, athletic partner, or active family member.
Health
Like other breeds, Dalmatians display a propensity towards certain health problems. Hip dysplasia (which affects only 4.6% of purebred Dalmatians[7]) is not a major issue in this breed. Most of their health problems result from the onset of old age; the average Dalmatian lives between 12 and 14 years, although some can live as long as 17 to 18 years.[8] In their late teens, both males and females may suffer bone spurs and arthritic conditions. Autoimmune thyroiditis is a relatively common condition for the breed affecting 10.4% of dogs.
Deafness
A genetic predisposition for deafness is a serious health problem for Dalmatians, only approximately 70% of Dalmatians having normal hearing.[10] Deafness was not recognized by early breeders, so the breed was thought to be unintelligent. Even after recognizing the problem as a genetic fault, breeders did not understand the dog's nature, and deafness in Dalmatians continues to be a frequent problem.
Researchers now know that deafness in albino and piebald animals is caused by the absence of mature melanocytes in the inner ear.[11] This may affect one or both ears. The condition is also common in other canine breeds that share a genetic propensity for light pigmentation. This includes, but is not limited to bull terriers, Poodles, boxers, border collies and Great Danes.
Similarly, Charles Darwin commented on the tendency of white, blue-eyed cats to be deaf,[11] while Waardenburg syndrome is the human analog. There is an accurate test called the BAER test, which can determine if the defect is present. Puppies can be tested beginning at five weeks of age. BAER testing is the only way of detecting unilateral deafness, and reputable breeders test their dogs prior to breeding.
Only dogs with bilateral hearing should be allowed to breed[citation needed], although those with unilateral hearing, and even dogs with bilateral deafness, make fine pets with appropriate training. Research shows that Dalmatians with large patches of color present at birth have a lower rate of deafness, and breeding for this trait, which is currently prohibited in the breed standard, might reduce the frequency of deafness in the breed.[12] One of the leading reasons patches are a disqualifying factor in Dalmatians is to preserve the much prized spotted coat—the continual breeding of patched dogs would result in heavily patched Dalmatians with few spots.
Research concludes that blue-eyed Dalmatians have a greater incidence of deafness than brown-eyed Dalmatians, although an absolute link between the two characteristics has yet to be conclusively proven.[13] Though blue-eyed Dalmatians are not necessarily deaf, many kennel clubs consider blue eyes to be a fault or even a disqualification, and some discourage the use of blue-eyed Dalmatians in breeding programs.
Bladder stones
Dalmatians, like humans, the great apes, some New World monkeys, and guinea pigs, can suffer from hyperuricemia.[15] The latter lack an enzyme called uricase, which breaks down uric acid. However, in Dalmatians, the deficit seems to be in liver transport.[16][17] Uric acid can build up in the blood serum (hyperuricemia), causing gout; and can be excreted in high concentration into the urine, causing kidney stones and bladder stones. These conditions are most likely to occur in middle-aged males. Males over 10 are prone to kidney stones and should have calcium intake reduced or take preventive medication[citation needed].
To reduce the risk of gout and stones, owners should be careful to limit the intake of purine by not feeding these dogs organ meats, animal by-products, or other high-purine ingredients. Hyperuricemic syndrome in Dalmatians responds to treatment with Orgotein, the veterinary formulation of the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase.[18]
In one family of these dogs, a genetic mutation has been reported that contributes to hypouricemia (although hyeruricosuria remains).
Hyperuricemia
Hyperuricemia in Dalmatians (as in all breeds) is inherited. However, unlike other breeds of dog the "normal" gene for uricase is not present in the breed's gene pool at all. Therefore, there is no possibility of eliminating hyperuricemia among pure-bred Dalmatians. The only possible solution to this problem must then be crossing Dalmatians with other breeds in order to reintroduce the "normal" uricase gene.
This has led to the foundation of the "Dalmatian-Pointer Backcross Project", which aims to reintroduce the normal uricase gene into the Dalmatian breed. The backcross that was done was to a single English pointer; subsequent breedings have all been to purebred Dalmatians. This project was started in 1973 by Dr. Robert Schaible. The f1 hybrids did not resemble Dalmatians very closely. The f1s were then crossed back to pure-bred Dals. This breeding produced puppies of closer resemblance to the pure Dal. By the fifth generation in 1981 they resembled pure Dals so much that Dr. Schaible convinced the AKC to allow two of the hybrids to be registered along with pure-bred Dals. Then AKC President William F. Stifel stated that "If there is a logical, scientific way to correct genetic health problems associated with certain breed traits and still preserve the integrity of the breed standard, it is incumbent upon the American Kennel Club to lead the way."[20] The Dalmatian Club of America's (DCA) board of directors supported this decision, however it quickly became highly controversial among the club members. A vote by DCA members opposed the registration of the hybrids, causing the AKC to ban registration to any of the dog's offspring.
At the annual general meeting of the DCA in May 2006 the backcross issue was discussed again by club members. In June of the same year DCA members were presented with an opportunity to vote on whether to reopen discussion of the Dalmatian Backcross Project. The results of this ballot were nearly 2:1 in favor of re-examining support of the Dalmatian Backcross Project by the Dalmatian Club of America. This has begun with publication of articles presenting more information both in support of and questioning the need for this Project. As of May 2007, discussion is on-going.
In January 2010, the UK Kennel Club announced its decision to register a backcrossed Dalmatian, pending confirmation of the dog's appearance and characteristics by two Championship Show judges. The decision was made due to the club's "commitment to consider applications to register dogs from out-crossings and inter-variety matings if it is felt that to do so may present potential health and welfare benefits." Several restrictions were imposed on the dog. Although the dog is at least 13 generations removed from the original Pointer cross, its F1 to F3 progeny will be marked on registration certificates with asterisks (which "indicate impure or unverified breeding"[21]), no progeny will be eligible to be exported as pedigrees for the next five years, and all have to be health tested.
History
Origins
File:Zaostrog-vecera.jpg Part of fresco in Zaostrog monastery showing dalmatian dog (early 18th century)
This file is a candidate for speedy deletion. It may be deleted after seven days from the date of nomination.
A Dalmatian, published in 1859.
The FCI recognized as its country of origin the region of Dalmatia in the Republic of Croatia, citing Bewick's 1792 work.[23]
The Republic of Croatia was recognized by the F.C.I. as the country of origin of the Dalmatian; the breed had been developed and cultivated chiefly in England. When the dog with the distinctive markings was first shown in England in 1862 it was said to have been used by the frontier guards of Dalmatia as a guard dog. But nothing is definitely known about its origin. The breed has become widely distributed over the continent of Europe since 1920. Its unusual markings were often mentioned by the old writers on cynology.
Chathura Boxer kenek gannawanan menna me dewal hondata mathaka thiyaganda--
1. Hamadama udeta uta winadi 15k withara hondata exersise karawanda one (Bolayak hari mokak hari wisi karala hondata duwawanda one) Naththan paya 1/2k uwa awiddawanda one. (mewa nokeruwoth megollo anawashya widiyata buranda angata paninda gannawa.
2. Nidahase inda sehena idak one.
3. Me gollo ikmanata nindata yana nisa hari welawakata kema denna purudukaraganda one. Naththan bada upset yanawa.
**** Mamath ekek hadala 11months walin wikka (Gaththe 22kata dunne 12kata) mokada mata uta attention denda welawak nathi nisa
---- Habai mokuth nokara kotuwala dagena pataw gassanda hadana ayath innawa , ewage thanwala hondata hadena balloth innawa--- ape gawata awama thamai balloth hamula wenne--- LOL
Mama hithanne ballek hadanna issella tikak kalpana keruwoth hondai... mokada un aduma tharame awrudu 10k wath api ekke inna nisa...
1. Hamadama udeta uta winadi 15k withara hondata exersise karawanda one (Bolayak hari mokak hari wisi karala hondata duwawanda one) Naththan paya 1/2k uwa awiddawanda one. (mewa nokeruwoth megollo anawashya widiyata buranda angata paninda gannawa.
2. Nidahase inda sehena idak one.
3. Me gollo ikmanata nindata yana nisa hari welawakata kema denna purudukaraganda one. Naththan bada upset yanawa.
**** Mamath ekek hadala 11months walin wikka (Gaththe 22kata dunne 12kata) mokada mata uta attention denda welawak nathi nisa
---- Habai mokuth nokara kotuwala dagena pataw gassanda hadana ayath innawa , ewage thanwala hondata hadena balloth innawa--- ape gawata awama thamai balloth hamula wenne--- LOL
Mama hithanne ballek hadanna issella tikak kalpana keruwoth hondai... mokada un aduma tharame awrudu 10k wath api ekke inna nisa...
මෙහෙමයි මචන් ඩැල්මෙශ්න් ලා හොද බ්ර්ඩ් එකක් ෆැම්ලි ඩොග් ගෙනෙක් හොද ලුක් එකකුත් තියෙනවා බට් මම කියන්නෙ ඔයා ලැබ්රොඩර් ගෙනෙක් ගන්න එයාලා ඩැල්මෙශ්න් ට වඩා ගොඩක් හොදයි.වෙරි ඉන්ටලිජ්න්ට්... ඩැල්මෙශ්න් ට ගොදක් අසනම් අව්ලක් නැ මෙයලා ගන්නකොට පොදි දෙයක් බලන්න ඔනෙ මෙයලා ජාන වල පොඩ් අව්ලක් නිසා සමහර පැටව්ංගෙ ඇස් පෙන්නැ කන් අහෙන්නැ වගෙ සින් ටියෙනවා සො ඔයා පැටියා ගන්නකොට පොඩ් සද්ද්වගයක් දාලා එයට මොනාහරි පෙන්නලා එය එවට රෙස්පොංස් කරනවද කියලා බලන්න.. 15000 ට අදුවෙන් ගන්න පුලුවන් වෙඉ.
