Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitive
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Spirited

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

Bowzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Dalmatians are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Bowzers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Miniature Schnauzer, Basset Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ancient times

1990s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Pied
Black
Brown
White

Black
Silver
Cream
Brindle
Brown
White

Dalmatians have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bowzers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Dalmatian 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.

A Bowzer can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

While the Bowzer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Deafness
Urolithiasis

Bloat
Megaesophagus
Thrombopathia

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Laryngeal Paralysis
Dalmatian Bronzing Syndrome
Microphthalmia

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease

Hearing
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Throat

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Contrast Studies
Radiography

Dalmatians thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Dalmatians need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Dalmatians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmatian, it's at least 14 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 Bowzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmatians usually need at least 90 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 Bowzers usually need at least 60 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 Dalmatian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Bowzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Bowzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian 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 a Bowzer 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.

Dalmatian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Dalmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bowzers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

Bowzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Dalmatians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

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