Where can I find a Great Dane breeder in the Fort Wayne area?
I have never had a Great Dane, but I plan on getting on as soon as I get my work/school schedule worked out for good. I have read many books and online websites dedicated to Great Danes to find out more about the breed. So now I know the basics about owning a Great Dane so I can be prepared. But I was just wondering if anyone knew of any good Great Dane breeders in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area? I am looking for someone with a lot of experience and it's always good to find someone less expensive than most. Thanks!
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Answer 1 :
To find a reputable breeder, you should go through the official parent club of the breed. (gdca.org) You can then do a search by state. Indiana only has one recognized Great Dane breeder, who is located in Milan, IN. There are also a few in Ohio. This is the only place I would suggest going for AKC-worthy quality Great Dane puppies... they also screen their puppies for health, which is quite a bit more comprehensive than just a regular vet visit. Going through the parent club ensures top-quality puppies bred to standard. Anywhere else, there's a lot more of a chance you'll run across a "backyard breeder" who won't have their puppies health screened or vaccinated, and you could spend a lot more money in the long run.
Answer 2 :
Since price is a concern, you may want to consider adopting a Dane through a rescue. You can find breeders & breed rescue groups both at www.akc.org
Answer 3 :
Go to PetFinder.com. TYpe in dog, breed dog you want and of course your zip code you live in. It does close by searches. There are pictures to of the dog usually and the behavior. Its a very good site
Answer 4 :
I agree, there are some wonderful Danes to be found in rescues. I've been lucky enough to share my life with quite a few of them over the years. I'm glad to see that you have researched the breed and done your homework. One tip I'll pass along - NEVER feed puppy food to a Dane. They should have adult food because of the proportions of fat and protein, to prevent joint and bone problems. Danes are a very slow maturing breed, they are not mature until they are 3 years old. Naturally, with a breed this size, everything is going to cost more - food, vet bills etc. Adult Danes are calm dignified dogs, but it takes a LOT of time and effort to get them that way. Six to 12 month old Dane puppies can be the "puppy from hell" at times when they get into the chewing phase. Most important is that they go to obedience classes right away, there is nothing worse than an out-of-control 150 lb dog, and that is the reason that many come into rescue. They need a firm and consistent upbringing, they are not a breed for the novice dog owner.
Answer 5 :
Are you looking for a quality Dane or just a Dane? Rescues do have Danes and sometimes, they even get a quality Dane. Most of what I see in rescue is poor quality and they have not been treated well. Most of these will respond to a loving home with totaly devotion. They appreciate being loved. As for a quality Dane, if you are looking to breed or show, they can be expensive. If you want a quality Dane, then look for the best breeder in your area. They will sell the pet quality pups for less, about the same price as the BYB want for their pups. Pet quality does not mean that there is sometime wrong with the pup. It usually means that the pup does not have the right markings to be shown. Quality breeders will also require that the pup be spayed or neutered
I have never had a Great Dane, but I plan on getting on as soon as I get my work/school schedule worked out for good. I have read many books and online websites dedicated to Great Danes to find out more about the breed. So now I know the basics about owning a Great Dane so I can be prepared. But I was just wondering if anyone knew of any good Great Dane breeders in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area? I am looking for someone with a lot of experience and it's always good to find someone less expensive than most. Thanks!
Dogs - 5 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
To find a reputable breeder, you should go through the official parent club of the breed. (gdca.org) You can then do a search by state. Indiana only has one recognized Great Dane breeder, who is located in Milan, IN. There are also a few in Ohio. This is the only place I would suggest going for AKC-worthy quality Great Dane puppies... they also screen their puppies for health, which is quite a bit more comprehensive than just a regular vet visit. Going through the parent club ensures top-quality puppies bred to standard. Anywhere else, there's a lot more of a chance you'll run across a "backyard breeder" who won't have their puppies health screened or vaccinated, and you could spend a lot more money in the long run.
Answer 2 :
Since price is a concern, you may want to consider adopting a Dane through a rescue. You can find breeders & breed rescue groups both at www.akc.org
Answer 3 :
Go to PetFinder.com. TYpe in dog, breed dog you want and of course your zip code you live in. It does close by searches. There are pictures to of the dog usually and the behavior. Its a very good site
Answer 4 :
I agree, there are some wonderful Danes to be found in rescues. I've been lucky enough to share my life with quite a few of them over the years. I'm glad to see that you have researched the breed and done your homework. One tip I'll pass along - NEVER feed puppy food to a Dane. They should have adult food because of the proportions of fat and protein, to prevent joint and bone problems. Danes are a very slow maturing breed, they are not mature until they are 3 years old. Naturally, with a breed this size, everything is going to cost more - food, vet bills etc. Adult Danes are calm dignified dogs, but it takes a LOT of time and effort to get them that way. Six to 12 month old Dane puppies can be the "puppy from hell" at times when they get into the chewing phase. Most important is that they go to obedience classes right away, there is nothing worse than an out-of-control 150 lb dog, and that is the reason that many come into rescue. They need a firm and consistent upbringing, they are not a breed for the novice dog owner.
Answer 5 :
Are you looking for a quality Dane or just a Dane? Rescues do have Danes and sometimes, they even get a quality Dane. Most of what I see in rescue is poor quality and they have not been treated well. Most of these will respond to a loving home with totaly devotion. They appreciate being loved. As for a quality Dane, if you are looking to breed or show, they can be expensive. If you want a quality Dane, then look for the best breeder in your area. They will sell the pet quality pups for less, about the same price as the BYB want for their pups. Pet quality does not mean that there is sometime wrong with the pup. It usually means that the pup does not have the right markings to be shown. Quality breeders will also require that the pup be spayed or neutered
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