Dalmatians are wonderful dogs.
They are very loyal to their owners, friendly and inclined to be clowns much of the time. They are also very energetic, very playful and very intelligent. For the truly dedicated and well-prepared dog owner, the Dal can be a gift straight from heaven. To the novice or first-time dog owner, who does not have a clear understanding of the breed, the Dalmatian can be the worst kind of nightmare. In earlier times, Dalmatians were used to guard stables and fire houses.