Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Dalmatian: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Dalmatian
- Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Dalmatian
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Dalmatians?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Dalmatians?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Dalmatian?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Dalmatians?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Dalmatian
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Dalmatians?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dalmatian?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Dalmatian: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Carolina Dog and for the Dalmatian. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian
Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian: Overview
Both the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian are similar in size. The Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Dalmatian belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Dalmatian based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Carolina Dog | Dalmatian |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 13 to 16 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 48 to 55 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.5 years |
| Average Price | $500 | $1410 |
| Price Range | $500 – $500 | $1000 – $1800 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Dalmatian. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Dalmatian is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dalmatian is a better pet than the Carolina Dog. So, you should get the Dalmatian!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian
The Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Dalmatians weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Dalmatians are 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Dalmatian
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Dalmatian puppy is $1410. The price of the Dalmatian typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Dalmatian can be as low as $250 and as high as $2600. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 233 Dalmatian puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dalmatian is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
| Carolina Dog | Dalmatian | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $500 | $1410 |
| Price Range | $500 to $500 | $1000 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Dalmatian. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Dalmatian puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Dalmatians
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Dalmatian puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Dalmatian
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Carolina Dogs and many Dalmatians are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Carolina Dog named Rocky that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Carolina Dogs like Rocky on pefinder.com.
Also, like Carolina Dogs, Dalmatians are also available for adoption. For example, Flint is a Male Dalmatian that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Dalmatians like Flint that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Buddy is the name of another Carolina Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Eddie, an adorable Male Dalmatian on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Carolina Dogs and Dalmatians that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Dalmatians can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Dalmatians?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Dalmatians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Dalmatians do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Dalmatians are OK for new dog owners.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Dalmatians?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
Dalmatians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Dalmatians do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Dalmatians are very easy to train.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Dalmatians?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Dalmatians get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Dalmatian
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Dalmatians have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Dalmatians can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Dalmatians can tolerate hot weather.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Dalmatians?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Dalmatians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Dalmatians are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Dalmatians get along very well with other dogs.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dalmatian?
Carolina Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Dalmatians have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Carolina Dog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dalmatian that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dalmatian:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Dalmatian compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Dalmatian to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Hovawart Carolina Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Carolina Dog versus Estrela Mountain Dog Carolina Dog versus English Springer Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Lhasa Apso Carolina Dog versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Carolina Dog versus Norwegian Buhund Carolina Dog versus Jack Russell Terrier Carolina Dog versus Cavapoo Carolina Dog versus Afador
Dalmatian Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dalmatian versus Papillon Dalmatian versus Bedlington Terrier Dalmatian versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Dalmatian versus Bich Poo Dalmatian versus Great Pyrenees Dalmatian versus Sussex Spaniel Dalmatian versus Japanese Spitz Dalmatian versus Bordoodle Dalmatian versus Flat-Coated Retriever Dalmatian versus Glen of Imaal Terrier
Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Carolina Dog and the Dalmatian better suits you and your family.