this answer below is WRONG! they also look good in red Because they were used to clear the way for Firetrucks in a time when horses still pulled them. I don't know why it was only dalmations,but it was.
Because when fire trucks were actually wagons they would run in front of the wagon in the town to warn the people to get out of the way of the wagon, so they were kind of like the sirens.
Dalmatians ride in fire trucks because of what they were used for hundreds of years ago. When carriages were pulled by horses, dalmatians ran alongside them to keep the horses calm because they were known to have this special capability and they had much endurance. Also, they kept the horses safe from wandering dogs. Stagecoaches were used by the fire department. Dalmatians went with the horses to keep them calm when they were at the site of the fire and to guard the stagecoach against thieves. When stagecoaches were replaced by fire trucks, the Dalmatian continued to accompany the firefighters because by then they had already become the mascot. There are instances where a Dalmatian was known to have saved some trapped people from a fire, so they can still be very useful. Okay, thanks! -I thought it was because they were always first to find the hydrants!
Fire trucks and fire enine or fire rescue
Fire trucks come in a wide variety of colours. Most people think all fire trucks are red, but they come in a wide variety of colours. In Chicago all their fire trucks are black and red. In the city of Clearwater, FL their first trucks are a neon orange. In Hawaii their fire trucks are a bright yellow. In Miami, FL their fire trucks are a neon green. In Thorton, IL their fire trucks are green. In Goshen, CO their fire trucks are blue. In Barbeton, OH their fire trucks are purple. In Northfolk, MA their fire trucks are black.
Fire dogs are dogs that have been trained in fire rescue and recovery. Traditionally, they are Dalmatians, but they can be any type.
The fire department mascot is often portrayed as a Dalmatian dog, historically known for its association with firehouses. Dalmatians were used to accompany fire trucks in the past, helping to clear the way and guard the horses. Today, the mascot serves as a symbol of bravery and community spirit, often appearing at public events to promote fire safety and education.
Dalmatians were originally bred to work as carriage dogs, guarding the carriage and horses. They are not traditionally used as hunting dogs, as their primary role has been as companions or in firehouse duties. However, some individual Dalmatians may possess hunting instincts and excel in activities like scent work or retrieving.
It goes back to when fire trucks were pulled by horses. Dalmatians often were used to pace (horse drawn) coaches (they could protect the horses from other dogs, other animals) and in addition they could calm a horse near fire. Now they're just mascots.
It goes back to when fire trucks were pulled by horses. Dalmatians often were used to pace (horse drawn) coaches (they could protect the horses from other dogs, other animals) and in addition they could calm a horse near fire. Now they're just mascots.
Here are some fire trucks for sale: http://firetrucksplus.com/. You can also check Craigslist or ask your fire station what they do with the old trucks when they get new ones.
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