Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

Dalmadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Austrian Pinschers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Austria

Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

1980s

19th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

Black
Red
Brown

A Dalmador can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Austrian Pinscher can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Dalmadors are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Austrian Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Dalmadors typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Austrian Pinschers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Kidney Stones

Congenital Heart Defect

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Blood Tests and Analysis

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

Dalmadors' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Austrian Pinschers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Dalmador has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Austrian Pinscher has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Dalmadors require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Austrian Pinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dalmadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Austrian Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Dalmadors bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Austrian Pinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Jogging, Running, Walk, Training, Bath time, Play, Fetch, Swim, Run, Playing fetch, Guarding Home, Walks, Cuddles, Walking, Learning, Swimming

Walking, Playing fetch, Tug o war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmador, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmadors usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Austrian Pinschers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Dalmador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Austrian Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 54-80 pound (24 - 36 kg) Dalmador feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Dalmador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Austrian Pinscher is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Dalmador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Austrian Pinschers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Austrian Pinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Dalmadors make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Austrian Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Dalmadors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Austrian Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Dalmadors are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Austrian Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dalmadors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Austrian Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Dalmadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Austrian Pinschers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Dalmadors are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Austrian Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.