I have been into Dalmatians for 15 years, have bred four litters and have had the misfortune of dealing with urate stone problems, in spite of doing all of the recommended things to prevent the problem. I was not around in the 80’s when the project was blocked from discussion. I am still not certain I understand how or why that was done. Had the membership been more open to the possibilities at that time perhaps we would have the answers that those voting no want answered now. I vote yes that discussions about AKC registration should be ongoing and give those of us that would like to become more involved in the breeding of LUA Dalmatians the hope that we too can someday compete in the ring with all of the other Dalmatians. In my opinion they are Dalmatians.  I have seen them, touched them, played with them and talked to their owners and they are as much Dalmatian as the AKC champions that live in my house.  I have cast my vote and I voted YES!

LaDonna King, Kingdom Dalmatians