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Great Dane Puppies If you are convinced that the Great Dane is the ideal dog for you, it is time to learn about where to find a puppy and what to look for. You should always do your research to find a good and reputable breeder. You are looking for an established breeder with out standing dog ethics and a strong commitment to the breed. If you are a new owner and have a lot of questions an established breeder is the one to ask. They should be able to answer all your questions and make you comfortable with your choice on the Great Dane. An established breeder can be relied on for advice. An established breeder will sell you a puppy at a fair price if, and only, if the breeder determines that you are a suitable, worthy owner of his dogs. A quality breeder will interview you because they want to make sure the puppy is going to a good home with a loving family. When choosing a breeder, reputation is much more important than convience of location. Real quality breeders are quiet and reassuring not bragging. You will hear about them at dog shows and trails, and by world of mouth. A Great Dane breeder will be more than willing to help a new owner find a good dog or puppy, but they are serious about their hobby and will generally expect some things from you. They may want evidence that you are serious about wanting to own a Great Dane and want to give it the best of all possible homes. Prior to actually selecting Great Dane puppies from any source, make certain that the Dane you may buy has these vital documents and necessary records:
 Male or FemaleYour expectations for your pet will influence your decision about the gender of your Great Dane puppies. Male Great Danes are larger than females. Males will be more territorial than females, and perhaps more likely to attempt escape from the backyard in order to cruise the neighborhood. Female Great Danes should be decidedly feminine in their graceful and elegant appearance. Females are usually quieter and gentler than the males, easier to house train, more affectionate, and less inclined to roam. If you do select a female puppy and have no intention of breeding or showing her, by all means have her spayed, for your sake and hers. One benefit of having your female spayed is, it almost entirely eliminates the possibility of breast cancer ever occurring. It is recommended that all females eventually be spayed so that they may enjoy a happier, healthier, old age. A properly trained, well bred Great Dane of either sex should be an excellent pet for the right family. What to Look for when Choosing Your Great Dane PuppiesThe pup should be curious and eager to meet you. Always check the bite of your selected puppy to be sure that it is neither overshot nor undershot; minor faults may correct themselves as the dog grows, but major ones may worsen over time. Take time to observe the Great Dane puppies, watch how they interact with each other and with their mother.
Look for puppies that seem to be alert, sturdy with bright eyes, unafraid, and well adjusted. Avoid puppies that are hyperactive, dull, or listless. The coat should be clean and thick, with no signs of parasites. The premises on which the puppies are being raised should (look and smell) clean and be tidy, making it obvious that the puppies have been taken care of.
A conscientious breeder takes real interest and concern in the welfare of the dogs he or she causes to be brought into the world. Puppies should be between their seventh and tenth week before being brought home. Breeders who permit their Great Dane puppies to leave early are more interested in making a profit than in their puppies well being. Never buy any animal from a pet store.
 A puppy mill is a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation where profit is given priority over the well-being of the dogs. Unlike responsible breeders, who place the utmost importance on producing the healthiest puppies possible, breeding at puppy mills is performed without consideration of genetic quality. This results in generations of dogs with unchecked hereditary defects. Within the walls of a puppy mill is a horrific life for animals. The breeding stock dogs have it the worst! They are the ones who live their entire lives in cages and are continually bred for years, without human companionship or even rest in between pregnancies. These animals have very little chance of ever becoming part of a loving family. These dogs receive little or no veterinary care and never see a bed, a treat or a toy. After their fertility wanes, breeding animals are commonly killed, abandoned or sold to another mill. The annual result of all this breeding is hundreds of thousands of puppies, many with behavior and/or health problems. Puppy mills are a profitable BUSINESS and little care or attention is given to the dogs. Puppy Mills sell directly to pet stores, as well as put up false and misleading information on their websites, or place fraudulent ads on Craigslist or other pet forums.
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 Living with a pet can be beneficial to children. Pets can enhance a child's self-esteem, teach them responsibility and help them to learn empathy. However, children and dogs are not always going to automatically start off with a wonderful relationship. Parents must be willing to teach the dog and the child acceptable limits of behavior in order to make their interactions pleasant and safe.
 
~Kittys Corner~I have a Female Great Dane and her name is Kitty. She will be 1 years old in July '09. Her mother is a Blue Dane and her dad is a Black Dane. This is a picture of her here and there are lots of pictures of her on this website. This space is called Kittys Corner because when ever I am at my computer working (which is most of the time) Kitty is laying or sitting beside me with her head on my lap. So I made her a corner so she can voice what is going on in her world. ~Enjoy~My mom just wrote the article on Puppy Mills and the pictures are horrible. I'm guessing the information is pretty bad too, I can not read but since mommys crying it has got to be bad. It is hard to imagine that people could actually treat us that way. I am so lucky to have such a sweet mom that takes good care of me. I love her and she loves ME! 
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