Furry fun fact: Are most Dalmatians deaf?

Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts to today’s furry fun fact!

Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them on a daily basis.

Have you ever heard of a singing dog for example?

Join SA People as we set out to learn fascinating – and often humourous – fun facts that set our pets apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.

Discover things about these bundles of joy that will leave you chuckling and wondering if they’re not little humans in disguise!

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FUN FACTS ABOUT DALMATIANS

According to UFAW, approximately 30% of Dalmatians are deaf in one ear, and 5% are deaf in both ears on average.

This is attributed to the presence of the extreme piebald gene, which is responsible for their white coat and, in some cases, blue eyes.

Dalmatians with larger dark patches are less likely to experience deafness.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence