Dalmatians make good pets for older, well-behaved children. Dalmatians are not usually a good choice as a companion for small children. A Dalmatian puppy grows quickly and is incredibly active. Their size and activity level may be intimidating for toddlers. It may be amusing the first time but it does not take long for the child to become fearful of the rapidly developing puppy.
Dalmatians make excellent pets for older, well-behaved children.
This bears repeating. Owners are fond of saying that Dalmatians shed twice a year, six months in the spring and six months in the fall. The hair has barbed ends and sticks to everything. Daily brushing keeps shedding to a minimum but there is no way to stop it altogether. If anyone ever finds a way to create an energy source from Dalmatian hair, the multiple Dal household will be rich beyond their imagination.