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Banjo

Dalmatian

Male, 1 yr 6 mos

West Hollywood, CA

Color
White - with Brown or Chocolate
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Baby Banjo is wondering why all the other puppies were adopted but him? He's just a sweet and as cute as the whole litter he came from, but for some reason he didn't get the luck the others found. This adorable little boy has been through a lot and is still the sweetest little soul, he gets very nervous around loud sounds and crazy activity. He just wants to please people and be loved....and play...and go for walks and hikes! He LOVES to play w/the other dogs in his foster home, so much so that we are making it a requirement that he goes to a home w/a playful dog for him. He plays excellent with dogs smaller than him, man can he move! He hasn't had much experience w/dogs bigger except one that he grew up with. His life has been full of sorrow (saved from a hoarder house to be put in outside kennels the first part of his life) and he's SO ready to find a loving home that helps him learn that everything is going to be okay. He would do best in a calm home that has a yard and another dog for him to play with. He loves to go for walks and hikes, but would not like to go to the dog park. A single adult or couple with a chill lifestyle, not a lot of activity (he's used to a lot of dogs) If a home has children, it would be best of they are older as he gets startled easily. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body, he loves to curl up on the couch or in his crate. If you are the person Banjo has been dreaming of, please contact us today for an adoption application!
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Baloo

Dalmatian Pointer

Male, 4 yrs 10 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Black - with White
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Baloo is a 2.5-year-old Dalmatian mix who is very smart, and VERY goofy. He is an intense sniffer, preferring to spend most of his time with his nose glued to the ground, and if you're not careful he'll wander off while following his nose. He also has a nervous disposition, particularly in new situations, so when Baloo encounters new places or new people/dogs, he prefers to sniff everything out until he is comfortable before breaking out his charming personality. , While Baloo can be very selective with his friends, particularly his dog friends, once he has gotten to know you and accept you, he's fiercely loyal and incredibly loving. Whenever he sees an unexpected friend (dog or human), his tail wags so hard that his body wiggles all over the place and he can barely walk straight. Baloo also gets the zoomies A LOT (did I mention he has a ton of energy?) so he loves to be outside. However, since Baloo gets really attached to his human/dog friends, he doesn't particularly enjoy being out in the yard on his own. He doesn't usually get separation anxiety (although he can in some situations), and he can be left alone for long periods of time, but he generally prefers to go explore with his group of dogs/humans nearby. While Baloo does exhibit some behaviors that would be cause for concern for certain owners, we believe an experienced owner or an owner that is committed to training/has trained in the past to deal with complex dogs would be able to take great care of him. Ultimately, we love Baloo very much and want the best for him, and we know that he can be the perfect dog for someone looking a dog with a lot of love to give who needs a lot of attention and love in return. If you would like to apply to adopt me please complete the application https://www.rescuemepets.com/forms
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PONGO

Dalmatian

Male, 1 yr 8 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
PONGO is a lovely 12 month old Dalmatian with lots of energy. He is a strong boy, so is best to walk on a no-pull harness. He may have a little bit of Greyhound in him, given his larger size, as he is 62 pounds. PONGO is very intelligent, protective, is a love bug, has a huge heart, listens to commands, and is cuddly, playful, loyal, and ready to bond. He is house trained and comfortable in a crate for short periods. He is protective and careful, and may bark at new people, but then he wants to be friends. Pongo is dog friendly (as you can see in the photo with his two Dalmatian friends), but needs a few slow introductions before friendship is established. Like some Dalmatians, he can be a little nippy/reactive (no biting at all) when suddenly startled or scared by something. PONGO is healthy, neutered, vaccinated, and current on flea/tick/worm medications. For more information and to meet PONGO please contact: theanimalsleftbehind@socal.rr.com (also our PayPal donation/sponsorship email address)
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Lou

Dalmatian Pointer

Female, young

La Canada Flintridge, CA

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Needs experienced adopter
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
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Kilo

Dalmatian Border Collie

Male, young

West Covina, CA

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Kilo will be approximately 3 years old in August. He is a very sweet, playful dog. The circumstances at home have changed dramatically and I can’t provide the physical activity he needs.
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Pongo

Dalmatian

Male, puppy

San Dimas, CA

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Pongo is just about a year old. He was rescued from a shelter and was living with a couple who split up and moved to a place where they cannot keep him. They describe him as a lovebug, velcro, and has a huge heart. He is cuddly, playful and strong. He does well on walks and can learn to be friends with dogs (he take a moment to warm up).
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Adopting a Dalmatian

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Dalmatian - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

You can adopt a Dalmatian at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost of adopting a Dalmatian is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Dalmatians from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $1,000 to $5,000.

The easiest way to adopt a Dalmatian would be through a rescue that specializes in Dalmatians. A great place to start is starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Dalmatians in your area.

Dalmatian fun facts

Fun Facts:

Dalmatians were long-referred to as "coach dogs" because they have a unique affinity for both horses and running alongside carriages. In the mid-1800s, they were used to calm down horses and to guard the rigs, most notably used with firefighting rigs.

Before Dalmatians became known as carriage dogs, they were used as hunting hounds, vermin catchers, bird retrievers, herders, and circus dogs.

Our first president George Washington owned a Dalmatian named Madame Moose, and was known to be an early breeder of Dalmatians.

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Dalmatian Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Dalmatian types to temperament and health issues to popular Dalmatian mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.