[DOC] [TLE] Dalmatian history in the Fire Service - Local 1259 [PAR] been around for about 600 years. ... dated about 1360 A.D. and because these 
spotted dogs were named after ... assume that they originated somewhere in this 
area. ... The Dalmatian is a very physical breed, with a strong, muscular body, 
and ... Since every firehouse had a set of fast horses to pull the pumper, it 
became... [DOC] [TLE] Why do firehouses like to use Dalmatian dogs? - Russian Dog [PAR] Dalmations used to guide the horse drawn fire "wagons" through the streets 
before ... RUMOR that these spotted dogs that breed enthusiasts would like 
dispelled. It's that Dalmatians are kept at firehouses because they're deaf and 
therefore, the ... The Dalmatian has been the fire dog since the fire department 
used horses. [DOC] [TLE] How Dalmatians Became Known As Firehouse Dogs [PAR] These handsome, short-haired dogs have always been working dogs. ... and 
Croatia; they have been used as shepherds and hunting dogs, and their strength 
has permitted them to ... As a breed, the Dalmatian soon demonstrated an affinity 
for being with horses. ... Today a few firehouses still keep a Dalmatian as a 
mascot. [DOC] [TLE] Schaumburg Professional Firefighters Association IAFF 4092 - Fire ... [PAR] dated about 1360 A.D. and because these spotted dogs were named after 
Dalmatia, ... When other dogs tried to run out and scare the horses, the dalmatian 
team ... dalmatian easily adapted to the firehouse in the days of horse-drawn fire 
wagons. Since every firehouse had a set of fast horses to pull the pumper, it 
became... [DOC] [TLE] A History of Fire Dogs and the Lives They've Saved | Rover Blog [PAR] Oct 1, 2015 ... From 17th century carriage dogs to modern-day firehouse mascots, these brave 
and ... dalmatians were the perfect carriage dogs because they have the 
strength, ... These super-sniffers are trained and work alongside individual ... to 
investigate the scene of a fire after the blaze has been extinguished. [DOC] [TLE] Why Are Dalmatians the Official Firehouse Dogs? - Live Science [PAR] May 19, 2011 ... Nowadays they mainly serve as mascots, but before fire trucks had engines, ... 
People realized that Dalmatians would run alongside horses, keeping pace ... to 
let bystanders know that they should get out of the way because the ... distract 
and comfort the horses as they pulled the wagon closer to a blaze. [DOC] [TLE] Information for Firefighters - York County [PAR] The cross, which had originally helped the knights distinguish between friend 
and foe, ... They became known as Coach dogs or Ladies dogs because of this. 
... Typically two Dalmatians would run next to the horses as they pulled the coach
. ... These fire house horses were required to spend hours at a time at a fire scene
,... [DOC] [TLE] Dalmatian Dog Breed Information, Pictures, Characteristics & Facts ... [PAR] He started out as a coach dog but has also served in many other capacities, 
including ... These breeds do best when a family member is home during the day 
or if you ... Some breeds are independent and aloof, even if they've been raised 
by the ..... but many firehouses across the country still have Dalmatians as 
mascots. [DOC] [TLE] Why do they use Dalmations as fire dogs? | Yahoo Answers [PAR] Mar 31, 2007 ... And, since every firehouse back then had a set of fast horses to pull the pumper 
... but false rumor that these spotted dogs that breed enthusiasts would like 
dispelled. It's that Dalmatians are kept at firehouses because they're deaf and ... 
When fire departments began, their fire wagons were horse-drawn. [DOC] [TLE] Saved by dogs: Dalmatian: Carriage dog with Style [PAR] Apr 13, 2013 ... It is said this breed has been used in war; they've hunted large game including ... 
Dalmatians can run alongside a horse, or behind the carriage - then they can 
guard ... by fire engines, the Dalmatian has remained as a common firehouse 
mascot. ... Just because you decided to train your dog it means that... [DOC] [TLE] Banging

Question: These dogs are firehouse mascots because they had been bred to work with horses, which pulled firewagons
Answer: dalmatians