Dalmatian stud dogs with hearing tests on file
Everyone knows the spots. Fewer people know that the genes behind them are linked to deafness, or that the breed has a unique problem with bladder stones. So a Dalmatian sire needs more than good looks. VerifiedStuds shows each stud's hearing result, health tests and fee.
$500 to $1,500+
typical fee, while champion sires cost more
Hearing and hips
the core of the Dalmatian Club of America list
Natural, chilled, frozen
breeding methods
Dalmatian profiles are opening now. Meanwhile, owners of BAER-tested males can claim a free Founding Stud spot.
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Lead with his BAER result for both ears, then his hips, eye color and uric acid status.
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Claim this spotDalmatian stud fees usually run from $500 to $1,500. A health-tested male without titles often charges $500 to $1,000. However, AKC champions and proven sires with strong hearing records behind them commonly ask $1,500 to $2,500.
These are market estimates, as fees are private. Litters are often large, so per-puppy fees are common. Our stud fee guide compares them with flat fees.
$500 to $1,500+
Overall range: $500 to $2,500
Health-tested, untitled male: $500 to $1,000
Champion or proven sire: $1,500 to $2,500
The Dalmatian Club of America sets the breed's list, and the AKC shows the core tests on its Non-Sporting Group health testing page. Owners upload these results for the Verified Health badge:
Test
What we accept
Hearing
BAER test showing hearing in both ears
Hips
OFA hip evaluation or PennHIP
Eyes or thyroid
Eye exam or OFA thyroid panel, as the club recommends
Brucellosis
Negative test taken before the breeding
Research suggests that roughly eight percent of Dalmatians are deaf in both ears, and about one in five is deaf in one ear. Therefore, breeders prefer sires that hear in both ears. In addition, nearly all Dalmatians carry a gene that raises uric acid and can cause bladder stones, mostly in males. Registered results are on the OFA website.
Our health testing guides explain BAER, hips and DNA tests in simple terms.
First, check hearing in the family. Ask for the BAER results of the stud, his parents and his previous litters. Dogs with a colored patch on the head are less likely to be deaf, although a patch is a show fault. Blue eyes, in contrast, are linked to a higher risk.
Next, ask about uric acid. Traditional Dalmatians all have high uric acid. However, a line known as LUA, or low uric acid, carries the normal gene and has been AKC registered since 2011. A DNA test shows which kind a stud is.
Finally, look at spotting and build. Spots should be round, well defined and black or liver. The dog should stand 19 to 24 inches and move with an easy, tireless stride. Also expect a friendly, steady temperament.
The AKC describes the Dalmatian as dignified, smart and outgoing. The breed made its name as a coach dog, trotting beside horse-drawn carriages and guarding them at night. Later it became the mascot of fire stations.
Puppies are born pure white, and the spots appear within weeks. Dalmatians have great stamina and need daily exercise. As a result, they suit runners and active families best.
Dalmatians breed naturally with ease. Still, chilled semen is useful when a sire with the right hearing record and pedigree lives far away. Frozen semen is stored by many show kennels as well. Each profile lists the methods on offer.
See the dog artificial insemination guide for timing and shipping. Then read how VerifiedStuds works.
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First, shortlist studs and message owners through the site to agree on dates and terms.
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Then book the stud and pay the listed fee by card at checkout.
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After that, accept the breeding terms before the booking confirms.
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Finally, the owner is paid through Stripe, and you can leave a verified review after the breeding.
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How much is a Dalmatian stud fee?
Most owners charge $500 to $1,500. However, champions and proven sires can ask up to $2,500.
What health tests should a Dalmatian stud have?
The parent club list starts with a BAER hearing test and hips, plus an eye exam or thyroid panel. We also require a negative brucellosis test.
How common is deafness in Dalmatians?
Studies suggest about eight percent are deaf in both ears, and roughly one in five is deaf in one ear. Therefore, every puppy should be BAER tested.
What is an LUA Dalmatian?
It is a Dalmatian with normal uric acid levels. The line began with a single outcross decades ago and is now AKC registered.
Can other Non-Sporting breeds be listed?
Yes. Every breed is welcome on VerifiedStuds.
How do I list my Dalmatian at stud?
Sign up free, upload his BAER result, health tests and photos, and set your fee. Or ask our team to build the listing.
List him free while the 100 Founding Stud spots are open, or review typical fees first.