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A white Dalmatian with black spots and yellow paint on its face stands near a tipped-over paint can and yellow puddle. 21 / 27

The Dalmatian Added Some Sunshine Yellow to His Spots

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A Dalmatian already wears spots, but this one chose to add a few more. A dog named Pickles stands in the hallway with bright yellow paint speckled across his white face and legs, his wide blue eyes fixed on the camera. Next to him a paint can lies on its side, and a golden puddle has spread across the floor in a wide splash. A pair of slippers sits in the corner as if watching the show.

Dalmatians are energetic, athletic dogs that were once companions to carriage horses, and they still love to run. They need a lot of exercise and have a strong curious streak, which means a Dalmatian with nothing to do may find his own project. They are also friendly and playful, and many seem to enjoy being the center of attention.

Paint is not safe for dogs. Many paints contain chemicals that can irritate the skin or be harmful if licked, so it is best to keep cans closed and out of reach during a project. If your dog gets paint on its coat, call your vet or a pet poison hotline before trying to wash it off, since some cleaners can be harsh.

Pickles, meanwhile, is not worried about any of this. He stands frozen in his yellow polka-dot glory, looking like a very surprised sunflower, and no one can quite tell where the dog ends and the art begins.

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