Why Is It Called 101 Dalmatians?

The story is based on Dodie Smith's own experience. Dodie Smith, the author who wrote the book that inspired the film, actually had nine dalmatians–one of which, was named Pongo. ... Even though Perdita gave birth to 15 puppies, the only names noted in the film were: Lucky, Rolly, Patch, Penny, Pepper, and Freckles.

How did 15 Dalmatians become 101?

Their parents, Pongo and Perdita, set out to save their puppies from Cruella in the process of rescuing 84 additional ones that were bought in pet shops, bringing the total of Dalmatians to 101.

Is there really 101 Dalmatians?

There aren't actually 101 Dalmatians

But it's true. In the 1961 animation, there are only a handful of dogs on a loop for the background scenes. ... In the 1996 live action film, they had a different problem - too many dogs.