A Dalmatian is a large dog with short, smooth, white hair and black or dark brown spots. Breed of dog named after the Adriatic coastal region of Dalmatia, its first definite home. The time and place of the breed's origin are unknown. Though it has served as a guard dog, war dog, fire-department mascot, hunter, shepherd, and performer, it became best known as a coach or carriage dog, functioning as an escort and guard for horse-drawn vehicles. Sleek and short-haired, it is distinguished by its dark-spotted white coat. It stands 19-23 in. (48-58.5 cm) high and weighs 50-55 lbs (23-25 kg), and is generally even-tempered and friendly
a cartoon film made by Walt Disney,, about 99 young dalmatians which an evil woman called Cruella de Vil wants to kill so that she can use their skins to make a coat. Two more adult Dalmatians save them. Another film was made of the story in 1996 with human actors.The films are based on the book by Dodie Smith (1961)
a large breed having a smooth white coat with black or brown spots; originated in Dalmatia a native or inhabitant of Dalmatia of or relating to Dalmatia or its inhabitants