[header] How to identify a dalmatian [title] Look at the markings. [step] The best way to identify a dalmatian is by looking at the dog's markings. Dalmatians are white dogs that have round black or reddish brown spots. 
Ideally the spots should be distributed across the entire body and there should be no large patches. [substeps] Spots are usually smaller on the head, legs, and tail.