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AUSTRALIAN BREED STANDARD AND EXTENSION
GENERAL APPEARANCE
THE DALMATIAN SHOULD BE A BALANCED,
STRONG, MUSCULAR, ACTIVE DOG OF GOOD DEMEANOUR. SYMMETRICAL IN OUTLINE, FREE FROM
COARSENESS AND LUMBER, CAPABLE OF GREAT ENDURANCE WITH A FAIR AMOUNT OF SPEED.
The Dalmatian is a distinctively
spotted dog, however, no dog is more normal in its make up than the Dalmatian. It is free
from abnormalities and exaggeration. Other than its spotting, which will be discussed in
detail later, no features are peculiar to this breed. Balanced in all proportions,
it is an active, medium sized dog, displaying the stamina, strength and musculation needed
to keep up with horses for long periods of time. In addition, the Dalmatian is elegant and
graceful enough to enhance the appearance of any horse and carriage. BALANCE and
proportions should satisfy the eye and give a sense of perfect harmony both in repose and
action. STRONG, MUSCULAR, ACTIVE. The Dalmatian conveys the impression of substance
combined with elegance and perfect balance, never overdone. CAPABLE OF GREAT ENDURANCE.
With its purpose as a carriage dog so important, the Dalmatian should have the ability to
trot long distances alongside a coach. FAIR AMOUNT OF SPEED. This is interpreted as
meaning an ability to accelerate with a quick burst of speed when necessary. While it must
have the stamina to go all day, it must also have an action that is economical in order to
conserve energy, Although the Dalmatians purpose as a carriage dog is obsolete, the
standard is written with this in mind. Stamina is a must for this breed is achieved only
with a combination of soundness, firm topline, correct rib cage, correct boning, good
feet, correct angulation and sufficient exercise to produce good hard muscles
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