| Why do firemen carry Dalmatians on the | | | | suburbs and with people who live active lives and |
| firetruck? | | | | have a lot of extra time to spend with their |
| To find the fire hydrant, of course. | | | | pooches. You know, firemen. |
| Okay, old joke. But it is a rather strange tradition | | | | They also shed constantly and will leave you |
| when you think about it. | | | | whole house full of hair if not brushed daily. |
| Dalmatian | | | | Origins |
| This spotted dog is not only a familiar site in | | | | The fireman's buddy was brought to England |
| firehouses but anywhere that you find dog lovers. | | | | during the Crusades from the Arabia coast area |
| It is an extremely popular breed of family dog. | | | | called Dalmatia. |
| There is good reason for that. Although they are | | | | It was originally a hunting pointer, but was quickly |
| headstrong and can be stubborn, Dalmatians are | | | | discovered to be better as a guard dog. |
| loving and loyal to their families. | | | | And finder of hydrants. |
| They can be wary of strangers and other dogs. | | | | One More Fact About Dalmatians |
| But small animals, cats and birds tend to look like | | | | Before you go, here is a fact that will blow your |
| lunch to them. | | | | mind. |
| Appearance | | | | According to the Encyclopedia Britannica only two |
| The Dal's coat is short, dense and sleek. | | | | mammals on Earth have uric acid in their urine. |
| The coloring is typically blue and green stripes. | | | | (No, I do not know what that means. It's |
| Just seeing if you were paying attention. You | | | | unimportant.) |
| know what they look like. | | | | Here's the interesting part -- Those two are the |
| Exercise and Grooming Needs | | | | dalmatian dog... and humans. |
| Dalmatians are full to bursting with energy. | | | | Is that not the strangest thing you've read all |
| All...the...Time! They do best in the country or | | | | day? |