5018 x 3344 px | 42,5 x 28,3 cm | 16,7 x 11,1 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
20 agosto 2008
Ubicazione:
Norfolk UK
Altre informazioni:
The Dalmatian (Croatian: Dalmatinac, Dalmatiner) is a breed of dog whose roots trace back to Dalmatia (a region of Croatia) where the first illustrations of the dog have been found. Today, this dog remains a well-loved family pet, and many dog enthusiasts enter their pets into the competitions of many kennel clubs. The roles of this ancient breed are as varied as their reputed ancestors. They were used as dogs of war, guarding the borders of Dalmatia. To this day, the breed retains a high guarding instinct; although friendly and loyal to those the dog knows and trusts, it is often aloof with strangers and unknown dogs. Dalmatians have a strong hunting instinct and are an excellent exterminator of rats and vermin. In sport, they have been used as bird dogs, trail hounds, retrievers, or in packs for boar or stag hunting The Dalmatian is noted for its unique black- or brown-spotted coat and was mainly used as a carriage dog in its early days.
