This will help find out any issues that have developed or are likely to develop. They will also have been spayed or neutered. Having all of this done for you will reduce the money you would have to pay if you purchased a puppy.
If someone is just unable to keep their pet any longer, the price is likely to be lower. There are many other factors that could will impact the price of a Great Dane including: age, lineage and certifications. The ideal age to buy a puppy is 8 to 12 weeks.
This is when most people want the puppies and the breeder is able to ask the highest price for them. As the puppies increase in age, their price will go down. Once they reach a year old, you will see a significant drop in price. Show quality Great Danes have to have a black, fawn, blue, brindle, harlequin or mantle coat color these are the only ones accepted for showing.
Great Danes that have a coat color different to one of these, such as merle, will often be cheaper. At the moment the harlequin coat is the most popular color, so they are the most expensive. Males do tend to grow larger than the females though.
So this means they will need more food, medication, bedding and so on. This will almost certainly mean the upkeep of a male Great Dane is more expensive in the long run. If the puppy has award winning parents or grandparents , then they are considered to have an excellent pedigree. If you want to show your Great Dane, this is definitely something you should consider.
If showing is not something you are interested in, you will save money by looking for pups without a fancy pedigree. Different areas will favor coat colors differently. With breeders, a good general rule is that the more care taken of the mother, the more expensive the puppies will be.
If a breeder is registered with the American Kennel Club , they have to meet certain standards. This means they will have to pay more towards the upkeep of their dogs than someone who is not registered. Another factor to consider is the price of veterinary care. If they use a specialist Great Dane veterinarian, this will increase their prices as well. Breeders that pay for sires with excellent pedigrees are also going to charge more for their puppies.
The certification process costs a huge amount of money. The big benefit for you as a buyer is that it lets you look into the pedigree of the dog, in addition to their temperament and medical history.
Breeders that can prove through certification their dogs are in excellent health with a strong pedigree are able to charge more for their puppies. There is also the cost of maintenance. These are all the costs that build up over time. You may not think too much of them at first but over the 8 to 10 years a Great Dane is expected to live, these will really stack up. The cheapest option for training is to do it yourself.
If you have loads of experience training dogs, you will feel comfortable striking out on your own. You also have the option for one-to-ones with trainers.
Be sure to do your research into any trainers. Ask your other doggy friends for advice as well. Some places do provide boarding classes. This is when your dog goes and spends days or weeks in a dog training group. These are quite expensive but may be worthwhile, especially if your dog has issues with socialization. You will need to invest in a good bristle brush to keep their coat healthy. When it comes to washing your Great Dane, this is where you may want to use a professional.
Due to their size, washing a Great Dane is a real challenge and the professional equipment that groomers own makes the process much easier, quicker and less stressful for your pooch. They should be going to their groomer every 6 to 8 weeks. You should go for checkups like these around once a year.
These visits are important as your vet will be able to catch any conditions early. Unfortunately, purebred dogs like the Great Dane are more susceptible to health conditions. The bigger the dog, the more antibiotics they need. Bloat is a common issue for Great Danes. This surgery is sometimes offered alongside a spay or neuter to reduce the price. Hip dysplasia is another concern for this dog. Hip dysplasia operations cost thousands of dollars. Regular vet visits will be essential for catching this early and putting treatment in place to prevent the need for expensive surgery.
Lastly, the Great Dane has an oversized heart. Not in a cute way, unfortunately. The best way to stay ahead of all of those costs is to invest in pet insurance.
Go for the best policy you can afford — it is worth it in the long run. Providing good nutrition for your Great Dane is one of the best preventative measures for many of those scary medical conditions we mentioned. Paying a little extra money for good quality dog food is going to be worth it. If you are thinking of getting a Great Dane, you know that everything about them is big--including the costs.
The price tag of a Great Dane adds up throughout its lifetime, from initial cost to food, health care, and accessories. Full-grown males weigh between and pounds, while females weigh between and pounds. As with any dog, you can choose to adopt or purchase a Great Dane.
Adopting is obviously cheaper, but can be more work, especially if you are set on getting the dog as a puppy. The higher price tag usually comes with a show-quality dog, which you might not need if you're just in the market for a pet.
If that seems steep, just remember to know which dog is really right for you before taking the plunge. It's a lot of money and a big commitment. To help you be sure, here's some great info about the breed in general. Another factor to consider when examining your budget is food. Great Danes need a lot of food to keep going. Their appetite will grow with them, but male adult Danes require between cups of food a day, and females between cups.
Danes require a low-protein, low-calcium, low-fat diet , even when they are puppies. Its important to feed adult maintenance dog food formulas from the beginning, NOT food marketed for puppies. Great Watchdog Ability: This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present. It is moderately protective of its owners and are generally considered to be good guardians. This regal breed combines great size and power with elegance.
It is square-proportioned and well-balanced. Its gait is strong and powerful with long, easy strides. These attributes are necessary in a dog required to overtake and then over-power relatively swift but formidable quarry. Its coat is short, thick and glossy.
The Great Dane is most noteworthy for its majestic carriage and appearance — the "Apollo of Dogs. The Great Dane is gentle, loving, easygoing and sensitive. It is generally good with children although its friendly overtures may overwhelm a small child and usually friendly toward other dogs and pets. It is powerful but sensitive and responsive to training. It makes a pleasant, well-mannered family companion.
The ancestors of the Great Dane include British mastiffs and possibly wolfhounds, brought to Europe, first by the Romans and later by German aristocrats seeking to improve their hunting dogs. Despite its name, the Great Dane is a German breed.
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