SpotPhoenix AZ

Available

3-7 years|Dalmatian|Male|Medium|San Diego, CA

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🙈 Shy

SpotPhoenix AZ

Available

3-7 years|Dalmatian|Male|Medium|San Diego, CA

♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🙈 Shy

Spot is a male, medium-sized Dalmatian who is approximately 5 years old. He has a striking white and black coat with a short length. Spot is house trained, altered, and up to date on vaccinations. Currently residing in San Diego, CA, he is looking for a loving home where he can be understood and cared for, especially given his special needs.

About SpotPhoenix AZ

Meet Spot, also known as Handsome. This loving 5-year-old Dalmatian weighs around 45 pounds and is ready for his forever home. After his family could no longer care for him, Spot is looking for someone who can embrace his unique needs. Being deaf, he communicates best through visual cues, making him a special companion who offers plenty of love and personality in return. Spot enjoys playing fetch, tug-of-war, riding in the car, and, of course, those delightful butt scratches. He is both house-trained and crate-trained, and he gets along well with dogs and cats. When meeting new people, Spot can be a bit shy, but he warms up with kindness and patience. It's important for Spot to find a stable and calm environment where he can feel secure. He would thrive with older, dog-savvy teens and may do best in a home without young children due to his tendency to startle easily. A friendly canine companion would be a great addition. Spot is not looking for perfection; he merely needs a family willing to see beyond his deafness and provide him with guidance and affection. Could you be the one to give Spot the happy ending he deserves? Click apply to start the adoption process.

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Rescues & Shelters

Save the Dalmatians and Others Canine Rescue (949) 590-9935

Location Address: San Diego, CA 92104 Get directions

Questions about SpotPhoenix AZ

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Spot, being a Dalmatian, is best suited for a calm and stable environment where he can feel safe.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Spot will enjoy a yard where he can play and exercise, but he can adapt to apartment living as long as he gets regular outdoor time.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Spot would do better in a home without young children. Older, dog-savvy teens may be considered.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Given Spot's special needs, he would thrive best with experienced owners who understand his communication methods.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Yes, Spot gets along well with other dogs, making a friendly canine companion a great addition to his new home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Yes, Spot is good with cats, allowing him to fit well into multi-pet households.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Spot may not be suitable for homes with small animals as his behavior can be unpredictable when startled.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Spot can be shy with strangers but warms up with patience and kindness.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Spot does better in a home where someone is around for a good portion of the day, as he needs support and guidance.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Spot is currently receiving training to build his confidence and learn to communicate without sound.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
As a medium-sized Dalmatian, Spot weighs around 45 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Dalmatians typically live between 11 to 13 years, and Spot is right in the middle of that range.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Spot has a short coat and tends to shed moderately, requiring regular grooming to keep his coat healthy.