Bullmastiff Addict

Im So sorry for your loss, RIP Beautiful girl

If you can, shave the area so that air can completley get to it, Hot Spots can spread if they weep. Warm Salt water also help heal hot spots

i have started nitro on a homeopathic treatment from heal with ease, so far so good, were still having the itchyissues at times, but we have also targeted deep into his immune system as he had skin infection also.

i have been directed to not use any shampoo's on him at all, we are using sunlight soap as its a 10% pure and natural product and is soft on his skin.

i too am one of those meany's like Nekhbet and Miranda. Ive only ever had the one scuffle between the 2 danes, and i treated them like Nekhbet described. No infections ever.

But definatly get yourself checked out

How did i miss this

QUESTIONS

1. What is my relationship with the breed? (ie breeder, first time owner etc)

Owner & Exihbitor (breeder oneday)

2. Where and why was the breed first developed?

The origin of the name Great Dane is curious. The breed can be traced back to Germany, not Denmark as often thought because of the Anglo saxon Name

3. How common is it in Australia?

Low-Medium

4. What is the average lifespan?

i always say 8 -10 yrs of age

5. What is the general temperament/personality?

the breed is often referred to as a gentle giant. Great Danes are generally well-disposed toward other dogs, other non-canine pets and humans. As with all dogs, they should be supervised around young children. Great Danes can be protective and make good guard dogs. Some Great Danes — as with any breed — can have dominance issues, can be aggressive with other dogs, or chase small animals; however, this is not typical

6. How much daily exercise is needed for the average adult?

Perhaps 30 minutes although you could get away with 15 minutes depending on the dog.

Puppy exercise is minimal and if the owner isn't an experienced Dane Owner they need to follow their breeders instructions. ie let the pup play/ excaerice in the backyard they will tell you when they have had enough

7. Is it a breed that a first time dog owner could easily cope with? i agree with sas

Yes and No

They're a BIG dog so if you're not prepared to train the dog well you're going to have issues.

They're a deep pocket breed.

8. Can solo dogs of this breed easily occupy themselves for long periods?

I believe so

9. How much grooming is required?

Spray and wipe dogs there are lol very easy grooming

10. Is it too boisterous for very small children or for infirm people (unless the dog is well trained)?

They will probably knock small kids over. they dont relise their size

11. Are there any common hereditary problems a puppy buyer should be aware of?

DCM

Hip Dysplasia

Wobblers

H.O.D

pano

Bloat

entropian

hypothyroidism

Skin Condions can occur if in lineage

12. When buying a puppy, what are the things you should ask of the breeder? (eg what health tests have been done (if applicable) and what is an acceptable result to those tests so the buyer has an idea of what the result should be)

Xraying of the Hips and Elbows to be on the safe side (Results should be lower than 20 although I personaly think that is high), testing of the Thyroid. Heart check but that is only current on the day it was taken. Meet the parents to check out the temperments, ask around about Breeders, Dane people will say what they think.

Overall a fantasic breed that ill never be withought

Ohh NOOOO, thats terrible lieb RIP Diva

Im so very sorry Panii RIP Tyson

i used to feed at a set time, but changed that when the dogs started to expect it at that time all the time. They are now fed when im good and ready to feed them, that goes for their breakfast and dinner

ohh how cool

where abouts on the central coast are you?

My equine vet is brett jones, and i currently use killarney vale vets for the danes. Hugh bain at bateau bay vets is also great

another k9 force lead user here too, mines new and i love it already

so sorry for your loss Rexiam, RIP Rex

my breeder uses the vet on the main strip at belmont,i used him a few times

thanks guys, loves my boys dearly, glad you like em

Nitro then

Nitro now ( hubba hubba)

Stripe then

Stripe now ( hubba Hubba )

Not sure how far your willing to travel for a vet, but the vet Peibe uses is tops, His name is hugh Bain from Bateau Bay vets, im thinking of switching over to his practice. Im using Killarney vale hospital atm, but the new nurses are strange, even though ive been using that clinic for 10yrs +

So how far are you willing to travel, that will give us a better idea

im about to start ordering some of their vitamins and minerals in the next few weeks for my danes, ive used their shampoo's and love them

big hugs sammy, fergie was a gorgy boy and is always looking over ya hun

Im not bringing a doggie this time.

Ill be listening carefull when steve helps you with desmo pulling even with a prong Pixie as im having that trouble with nutty Mr Nitro

ill see you all there, Lookin forward to it

i leave everything on the fish for them ie scales, head etc etc, on a hot day they love frozen fishies

you might find it easier and cheeper to go to your local bait and tackle shop and ask them for either whitebait or pilchards for your doggies as a fishy treat.

my boys loveeeeee whitebait and pilchards. we have many people coming in and buying these from us for their ducks,cats dogs etc etc

Ohh rysup, im so very sorry for your loss, she was such a beautiful girl

RIP Paris, another angel we know

hows the spaces going for this B?? i might try and make this one

Good Luck, Im a lazy sod so have not even considered ET lol Good Luck though,