You’ve probably seen this spotted dog on the back of a fire truck or in the movies, but how much do you really know about the unusual breed? 1. The origins are mysterious. Like many other old breeds, ...

This Dalmatian looks normal… until the camera pulls back.

Jasper the Dalmatian with Montecito fire Capt. Lucas Grant, right, and firefighter Pat Ruiz at the firehouse at 595 San Ysidro Road. Credit: Braastad family photo I began writing a column about dogs ...