Article: Dalmatian in the flesh is a dog of different spots, breeders warn

America is about to come down with a whopping case of Dalmatian fever.

The symptoms: incessant oohing and aahing and a burning desire to bring home a cuddly, black-and-white puppy shortly after viewing the new Disney film "101 Dalmatians." Warning: This trend could be deadly to dogs intentionally bred to meet the expected demand.

Disney's release of "101 Dalmatians" next Wednesday along with a new line of "101" toys, gadgets and articles of clothing that is expected to sell briskly is expected to spark a firestorm of interest in the dogs. With their black spots and floppy ears, the puppies are adorable. But humane societies all over the country are sending out bulletins warning of ...

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