There is disagreement about the origin of this breed. Spotted dogs are known throughout history in Africa, Europe & Asia, it certainly is an ancient breed. In 1700 a dog known as the Bengal pointer, similar to the Dalmatian, from England, In the Middle Ages it was used as a hound. They trotted beside & among the horses and carriages, The Dalmatian has many uses, such as a mascot for firemen, war sentinel, draft dog, circus performer, vermin hunter, bird dog, retriever, shepherd & a guard dog.
