Dalmatian Lifespan

Thinking to adopt a Dalmatian Dog and wondering how long do Dalmatian Dogs live for?

According to UK breed survey, an average lifespan of Dalmatian Dog is 12-14 years with some living 2 years more that what is expected.


Dalmatian Lifespan

How Long Can a Dalmatian Live?

    If you own or thinking to have a Dalmatian, understanding the Dalmatian Dog life span is important when caring for these dogs.

    "How long do Dalmatian Dogs live" is one of the hardest question, many pet owners ask themselves.

    We all know that these Dalmatian Dogs cannot stay with us forever, so it is vital that we understand the perils of old age and the average life expectancy of Dalmatian.

    There are several factors that determine the lifespan of Dalmatian Dog, including breed, size and the general health of your dog.

    These factors can help answer the questions on most Dalmatian pet owner’s minds.

    How Long Do Dog's Live For?

    Lifespans for certain small dog breeds: Chihuahua (15-17 years), Chinese Crested (15-17 years), Smooth and Wire Fox Terrier (13-15 years), English Toy Spaniel (13-15 years), Pomeranian (14-16 years), Rat Terrier (13-15 years), Russell Terrier (12-14 years), Lakeland Terrier (12-14 years), Manchester Terrier (12-14 years) and Yorkshire Terrier (12-15 years).

    Lifespans for certain medium dog breeds: Australian Shepherd (12-15 years), Chinese Shar-Pei (12-14 years), Cocker Spaniel (13-15 years), Poodle (12-15 years), Whippet (12-15 years), Puli (10-15 years), Welsh Springer Spaniel (13-15 years), Bulldog (10-12 years), Boxer (10-12 years), Chow Chow (11-13 years), Curly-Coated Retriever (11-13 years) and French Bulldog (11-13 years).

    Lifespans for certain large dog breeds: Great Dane (8-10 years), Bernese Mountain Dog (7-10 years), Irish Wolfhound (8-10 years), Newfoundland (10-12 years), Giant Schnauzer (10-12 years), Dogue de Bordeaux (9-11 years), Rottweiler (10-12 years), St. Bernard (10-12 years), Scottish Deerhound (10-12 years), Flat-Coated Retriever (10-12 years), Akita (11-15 years), Anatolian Shepherd (11-13 years), Irish Setter (12-14 years) and Belgian Malinois (14-16 years).

Dalmatian Lifespan

Dalmatian Information

The Dalmatian is a square-proportioned, athletic dog of good substance and sturdy bone. It is built for efficiency at the trot and great endurance, and its movement should be steady and effortless. The expression is alert and intelligent; the coat short and sleek. The distinctive spots are an essential point of type; solid patches (distinguished from masses of spots by the patch's sharply defined, smooth edges) are a disqualification.

The Dalmatian makes a good playmate for children, although it may be a little too rambunctious for smaller children. Dalmatians get along well with other dogs or household pets, though it is should be socialized as a puppy if possible. The Dalmatian is naturally fond of humans and horses. The Dalmatian can be watchful around strangers.

What to do if you lose your Dalmatian

If your Dalmatian Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Telephone the nearby vets to see if anyone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Dalmatian

If you find a Dalmatian Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Call the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Pound near to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who normally scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.