Dalmatian Interest & Mentorship Questionnaire

Welcome! Thank you for reaching out and sharing your interest in the Dalmatian breed. Breeding is a deeply rewarding journey, but it comes with unique responsibilities—especially with a breed as special as the Dalmatian. We believe in supporting and mentoring those new to the breed to ensure a safe, healthy experience for both you and your dog. Please answer the following questions in your own words so we can best understand how to support you and connect you with Dalmatian Club of America (DCA) resources.

Section 1: About You & Your Dalmatian

Your name: *

Your phone number: *

Your e-mail address *

What state / Province do you live in? *

Tell us about your dog! (What is their registered name and call name? How old are they, and what is their personality like?) *

Where did you get your dog? (Breeder name, private party - are you still in contact with the person you got your dog from?) *

Is your dog registered? (AKC, UKC, CKC are all options. Do you have a copy of their pedigree, and do you know if they have an AKC Full or Limited registration? Are their original breeders supportive of them being used for breeding?) *

Please attach some photos of your beautiful Dalmatian! (head, body standing, movement photos are also great)

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Section 2: Breed Knowledge & Health Testing

What is your current understanding of Dalmatian-specific health testing? (Please share if your dog has had an official BAER hearing test, or if you have looked into OFA/CHIC requirements for hips, eyes, or thyroid.)

What are your thoughts on Dalmatian uric acid levels (LUA vs. HUA)? (Do you know which gene your dog carries, or is this an area where you would like more information and testing guidance?)

Section 3: Your Vision & Goals

What are your primary goals for breeding your dog? (What made you decide you wanted to breed them, and what qualities are you hoping they will pass on to future generations?)

What are you looking for in a potential mate? (Are there specific traits, health clearances, or bloodlines you are hoping to find to complement your dog?)

Are you interested in getting involved in AKC events? (Are you currently involved in, or would you like to learn more about, events like Conformation, Agility, Fast CAT, or Scent Work to evaluate your dog's structure and temperament?)

Have you ever attended an AKC dog show? (Have you been to a conformation or performance event - either with or without your dog?)

Section 4: Breeding Responsibilities & Mentorship

What is your plan for managing the logistics of the breeding process? (Depending on whether you own the male or female, this may involve round-the-clock puppy care, managing live ties/artificial inseminations, or handling the medical care of the dam. What is your current plan or support system for this?)

How do you plan to handle the responsibility of placing or approving puppies? (Whether finding homes for a litter or approving homes for a stud dog's puppies, what is your vision for making sure these dogs end up with great families?)

What is your perspective on a breeder's lifetime commitment to the dogs they produce? (Ethical owners of both sires and dams commit to ensuring any dog they bring into the world has a safety net, meaning they will help take back or rehome a dog at any point in its life if the owner can no longer care for it. How do you feel about managing this responsibility?)

How can we best support you right now? (What questions do you have for us, and what areas of mentorship—such as understanding genetics, navigating contracts, stud dog vs. brood bitch etiquette, or following DCA guidelines—would be most helpful to you?) *