PetMom4Life

19 hours ago, kayla1 said:

Not sure if anyone looks at this thread anymore, but I'm wondering about dalmatian activity level as they get older. I've recently taken on an older rescue dalmatian who seems very active for his age. His previous owner said he was 14 yrs, and microchip details indicate 13 yrs. He is happy to trot for a few kms each day (I speed walk to keep up with him) and is lively when out and about, and because of this he is constantly mistaken for a puppy and even vets are surprised with his age. 

 

I understand from reading about dallies that they are a highly active breed. I'm wondering if it usually continues into old age or if they ever slow down? At least he is keeping me fit. 

They are a very active breed!  Our family had a Dalmatian, "Marmaduke" who was stronger than you could believe! He had a particular dislike for the postman. On one particularly unfortunate day, Marmaduke was outside, chained to his metal house which in turn was staked into the ground. There was a horrendous noise and we look outside to see Marm running down the street pulling the dog house and all of the metal stakes!

I'd say yours has a few good years left - hope the two of you enjoy them!

On 1/3/2018 at 11:21 PM, Scottsmum said:

Yeh. Alright you lot. New mum here. Some days I don't brush my teeth til well after lunch!

 

On that note. This weeks view from the couch: 

 

 

 

From one new-ish mum to another....I understand the teeth brushing! ..... and I will add in the challenge of finding time to shower!   <3 Love those toes! <3