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A green light for getting my great dane!

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  • 21-09-2010 3:26pm
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    DeadlyByDesign
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    So after 1-2 years of research about the ins and outs of getting a great dane. I have finally worked At a solution for (a) getting the dog and (b) somewhere to keep the dog while we are at work. There is a doggy day care in Clonsilla (where I am moving) litereally 5 mins down the road from me. Decentish price at 12.50 a day. So now that hurdle is out of the way I can seriously start saving and looking for a dane now. I will keep you all posted on my progress.

    Can someone advise where is best to start looking for one from a reputable breeder? I have rang the IKC already and they have given me the number of the Great Dane Club in newbridge Kildare. Is this the right road to be going down?


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    mymo
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    Yes, thats the way to go, call the breed club and ask about breeders. Also ask about shows near you where you could meet breeders and have a chat.
    If they're a decent breeder they will be happy to discuss the breed and any health tests or problems that they have.
    I know when getting one of my dogs the breeder *interviewed* me over the phone at length before telling me she did have a pups. I had to meet her and the dogs and pups, then was allowed to choose one.
    I got to know her very well and she was very upfront and honest about the good and bad points of the breed, and the grooming involved(very long haired breed). I have also contacted her for advice occasionally, and 2 years on still get the odd text.
    You really need to find a good one with danes, it'll cost more but it'll be worth it.
    Best of luck.


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