The City of Leander Fire Department is a values driven organization that is in place to protect lives and property. We take our ability to promote the general welfare of the community very seriously and are proud to serve the community.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

The Dalmation Story

So back in 2011 someone took this cute Dalmatian photo on one of our trucks. Do we have a Firehouse dog? No, we don't. But, do you know why Dalmations are associated with the fire service? They are quick and agile and good at catching rats. However, they aren't good hunting dogs, so aristocrats kept Dalmations in the stable where over time the breed formed a bond with horses. When horses were brought into the fire service to pull equipment, Dalmations soon came as well to be companions, station guards, and they would dart out in advance to warn people of the horse drawn wagons that were about to pull out of the station. And that is the connection the fire service has to the beautiful Dalmation.

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