Is Dalmatian a common noun or proper noun?

"Dalmatian" can be both a common noun and a proper noun, depending on how it's used.

Common Noun:

* When referring to the breed of dog: "The Dalmatian is known for its spotted coat."

Proper Noun:

* When referring to a specific dog named Dalmatian: "Our dog, Dalmatian, loves to play fetch."

Here's a way to think about it:

* Common nouns are general terms that describe a class of things (like "dog").

* Proper nouns are specific names for individual people, places, or things (like "Spot").

So, when you say "Dalmatian" as a breed, it's a common noun. When you say "Dalmatian" as a dog's name, it's a proper noun.