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Why were Dalmations traditionally used as firehouse dogs?

Asked by Dutchess_III (47069points) March 14th, 2021

Do they some particular trait that makes them suited to it?

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Don’t know, but they make for a great animated movie.

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Dalmatians were bred not only as firehouse dogs. They were bred to keep other dogs away from draft horses in general. That’s why you see them with the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales.

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What it boils down to is they were good horse-babysitters, but you can read the short article here:

https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/this-is-why-firehouse-dogs-are-usually-dalmatians/ar-BB13VTsl

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