Tri-color means the dog has both black and liver colored spots. Again, these coloration configurations are considered a breeding fault-but that doesn't mean they aren't great pets. If you're not aiming to show the dog, the coloration doesn't matter. They'll still give you the same amount of love and loyalty. The Dalmatian Club of America also holds road trails in conjunction with their National Specialty show.
Dalmatians are also excellent candidates in obedience competitions.
This can be up to about 26 years. This makes for a long-lasting relationship with your Dalmatian, but sometimes because of their age health problems occur. Older Dalmatians have a tendency toward hip dysplasia and the Dalmatian has a unique urinary system that makes the breed susceptible to kidney stones. One method of prevention is keeping the dog's diet free of proteins that are high in purines. Liver and beef, for instance, are major sources of purines, while lamb and poultry contain lower amounts.