This a general chart that was provided to me by a dear friend of mine, Iris.  She has always been keen on people being honest and so are we.  Please see her baby, Tiny. We have a true LOVE of this bred.  We may not know everything, but we will admit it.  We will tell you that we are learning everyday more and more about these Gentle Giants.  We will not tell you anything inorder to sell you a puppy.  So here you have it, this is just about how real the Great Dane's Weight and Height average.  No gimmicks or fake weights or heights to impress.  I hope you apperciate our honesty, as we certainly apperciate yours!! 

Birth weight: 1-2 lbs
Week 1: 2-3 lbs
Week 2: 3-5 lbs
Week 3: 4-7 lbs
Week 4: 5-8 lbs
Week 6: 10-20 lbs
Month 2: 15-30 lbs (13-17")
Month 3: 30-45 lbs (17-22")
Month 4: 50-65 lbs (21-25")
Month 5: 65-85 lbs (25-30")
Month 6: 70-100 lbs (27-32")
Month 7: 75-110 lbs (27-33")
Month 8: 80-115 lbs. (27-34")
Month 9: 85-120 lbs. (28-34")
One year: 90-135 lbs (28-36")
Full grown: 100-190 lbs (28-38")

For males: 140-170 lbs. & 33-36" is typical.
For females: 110-140 lbs. & 30-33" is typical.

NOTE:  Some Danes may actually weigh less/be smaller than this chart indicates & a few may weigh more--but more in this case may mean the pup is being overfed and/or growing too fast.  If not, he is may be overboned-so then he *really* then needs to stay slim, as heavy boned dogs are more prone to joint & bone problems.

**Remember the only requirement under the standard is 28" for females & 30" for males (and that was generally intended to apply specifically to adult danes).** When there was a weight guide in the standard, that 28" female was expected to weigh 100 lbs. & that 30" male 120 lbs.  Balance is what the standard calls for, not just biggness! LESS IS BETTER when it comes to growth in the first year.  All Danes fed adequately will eventually reach their genetically programmed height & weight; don't rush to own the biggest dane baby on the block & don't forget that most people exagerate the size of their pup when measuring & telling others how big s/he is.  (Some people are not above using these charts to be able to exagerrate, or answering your "stats" with bigger stats, just to "beat" you.) Also---correct exercise (calories out) is as important (espically in this sedentary society!) to remember as food (calories in) choices.  So please, feed a low Protein diet of UNDER 25%.

                                         Deposit Form & Health Guarntee

BREEDER                                                                     BUYER

Venus A. Locascio-King                                         Name____________________

10412 Hollie Rd                                                   Address___________________

Glen St Mary, FL 32040                                        _________________________

(904) 259 - 1702                                               Phone_____________________

Email address: tracylocascio2004@yahoo.com       E-mail____________________

Sex:  Male  or  Female   Please circle your choice.

Color:  Blue,   Merle,   Merle Mantle

Dam:  Hunters Hi Ho Silver

Sire:   Shaka Baby Fine

Whelping date:  Feburary 22, 2009

Total puppy price $___________

Deposit amount $_____________

Remaining Balance $___________

Full Reg.- includes breeding rights. 

For breeding rights the prices are as follows:

Harlequins are $1,500.00

Merlequins are $1,500.00 

Blues are $1,500.00.

Merle Mantles are $1,200.00

Blacks are $1,000.00

All puppies come with a Florida issued Health Certificate, age appropriate shots and de-worming, a leash and collar, AKC reg. papers, a sample of their food, a puppy starter kit, Advantage applied to them, a toy and a copy of their parents pedigree.

HEALTH GUARNTEE

 This puppy is guaranteed to be in good health at the time of delivery. We guarantee this puppy is purebred and registerable with the AKC. We guarantee that all vaccinations and wormings have been given as stated on the vaccination schedule. For the protection of the purchaser and the seller, the puppy must be examined by a licensed veterinarian within 48 hours of taking possession of this puppy. If the sales transaction takes place on Friday and Monday is a holiday, the buyer will be given an extra 24 hours to have the puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian. If this puppy is found to have a life threatening hereditary congenital defect or any major health problem at this exam, a replacement puppy of equal value will be given, provided that the seller is notified within 24 hours after the exam. This puppy must be returned to the Breeder along with the AKC registration papers within 24 hours, at no expense to the breeder, with a signed document from two non-associated licensed Veterinarians stating the defect or problem. We, the breeder, are not responsible for any veterinarian bills acquired by you, the buyer. If the Buyer does not take the puppy/dog to a licensed veterinarian within 48 hours from the date of purchase, this warranty becomes null and void.

Some disorders may be caused by environmental factors, for example: cocidia, giardia, kennel cough, demodectic mange, allergies and other autoimmune system disorders and these are not covered in this guarantee. This guarantee does not include fleas, mites, kennel cough or any other intestinal worms/parasites, as they are common in dogs and puppies. Our puppies are vet checked prior to leaving our kennel and you will be provided with his/her medical findings. This guarantee does not include uneven bites, undescended testicles, inguinal or umbilical hernias. We, the Breeder will not be responsible for Parvo, Distemper or Cornona Virus after 48 hours of this sale. These are highly contagious diseases and they can be contacted immediately after leaving the Breeder.  We will not be responsible for illness or health problems, which are diagnoses after this time period, except those stated in this contract.

Your puppy is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of birth against life threatening congenital defects. If within that time a life threatening congenital defect (not to include parvo virus, distemper virus, heartworms or any nutrition related disease) is attested to by two non-associated veterinarians and the reason is congenital, the Breeder will replace the puppy with another puppy of same breed, quality and price if our veterinarian aggress with the required written reports, from the two non-associated licensed veterinarians. The breeder must be notified at the onset of the problem, in writing, with a report from the veterinarians. The replacement will be subject to availability (within 12 months). We do not refund money. We, the breeder, are not responsible for any veterinarian bills acquired by you, the buyer.  We will not be responsible for illness or any health problems, which are diagnosed after the 1 year time period.
In the unlikely event of this puppy’s death in the first 1-year, due to congenital defect, a statement from a Veterinarian confirming such an event and cause is required before any action will be taken by the Breeder. If cause is unknown, an autopsy is required. The Breeder will not be responsibly for Veterinary or Medical bills incurred for the autopsy.

This guarantee must be signed and returned to me, Venus A. Locascio-King within one week of purchase date or it becomes null and void. By the signature below, Buyer acknowledges receipt of a copy of this agreement, information package, including feeding information and vaccine schedule. This includes a low protein diet of less than 25% when the puppy turns 12 weeks of age and are in their growth spurt during the first 2 years.  You also agree NEVER to place this puppy into an animal shelter of any kind! You must notify Kings Kennels prior to relinquishment of this type! This puppy must be returned to me before any type of shelter placement! I will help you place this puppy into another home if the need ever arises for any reason.  Thank You, Venus A. Locascio-King

 Florida Law:
WRITTEN NOTICE TO CONSUMERS WHO PURCHASE A DOG OR CAT – F.S. 828.29

Every pet dealer who sells an animal to a consumer must provide the consumer at the time of sale with a written notice, printed or typed, which reads as follows:

It is the consumer’s right, pursuant to section 828.29, Florida Statues , to receive a certificate of veterinary inspection with each dog or cat purchased from a pet dealer. Such certificates shall list all vaccines and deworming medications administered to the animal and shall state that the animal has been examined by a Florida-licensed veterinarian who certifies that, to the best of the veterinarian’s knowledge, the animal was found to have been healthy at the time of the veterinary examination.

In the event that the consumer purchases the animal and finds it to have been unfit for purchase as provided in section 828.29 (5), Florida Statutes, the consumer must notify the pet dealer within 2 business days of the veterinarian’s determination that the animal was unfit. The consumer has the right to retain, return, or exchange the animal and receive reimbursement for certain related veterinary services rendered to the animal, subject to the right of the dealer to have the animal examined by another veterinarian.

Breeder: Venus A. Locascio-King           Buyer:_____________________________

Date:     03/01/2009                      Date:______________________________