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Updated 2/08/2010

The puppies are here. 

 Sire is Afton and dam is Lilly.

Click here for more information and photos.

The term "adopt" does not mean we give away our puppies.  We are not a rescue society but a kennel.  We do not sell puppies for breeding or for show but for pets only.  We do not offer stud service.  We do not promote the breeding of our dogs.  We do not list our prices.  If you are interested in one of our puppies feel free to call.  And last but not least we do not sell our puppies to just anyone.  You must have a telephone interview in which we will decide if one of our puppies is right for you and your family dynamic.  We don't want to put a puppy in a home that may find out in the future that they made a mistake in purchasing a giant breed.  You may find that a Great Dane is not the dog that you really want or need.  We as breeders are responsible to make sure our puppies find the right "forever" homes and that the new owners are happy with one of our puppies and want them as a family member.

 


New baby Angus arrived on 1/2/2010.  No, we aren't going to start breeding Corgis. :-)

Thanks to Wendy Wendt, breeder.

 ~Wendt Worth Corgi's~ of Ohio.

http://www.wendtworthcorgis.com 

Yes, we buy puppies sight unseen too and have never been unhappy with what arrived.

 

Hello there, and welcome to Littlehorse Great Danes home on the web.

At the age of 12 I bought my first "Dog World" magazine.  In it I saw a photo ad for harlequin Great Danes.  I fell in love with them immediately.  It wasn't until I was in my 40's that I was able to pursue this dream actively. 

I used to exclusively breed American based bloodlines.  Due to the many problems I encountered while breeding these lines it became apparent that I needed to change the way I was doing things.  Fortunately for me another older and wiser breeder took be under her wings and from that time on we have been improving our bloodline and the health and longevity of the breed.

We do not place our puppies with breeders nor do we sell them for show.  Our goal is the breed healthy pets as family members to select homes.

Feel free to visit us often as I update frequently.

Thank you for stopping by.

Happy surfing.

Melody & Johnny Rainwater and the rest of  Littlehorse.

San Antonio, Texas 78264

Home phone: 210-626-DANE or (3263)

Before you choose a Great Dane please read this.


The kids below belong to Pat Winch who live in New York. 

Think more than twice!  "Rainwater Rants!"

   It is sad but true that there are many people out there that don't have any business adopting animals.  They have no concept of the effect of their actions have on the life on a defenseless animal.  I for one cannot fathom how someone can look in the eyes of a dog and not see that they have a true heart and their soul belongs to their families.  I think dogs are some of the most amazing animals on earth and can tell the difference between their emotions better than I can most people.  Even a sick or injured dog will show his love for you if the only way he can do it is by wagging the very tip of his tail.

Please think twice before you bring any animal into your home.  If you don't know for a fact that you can give this guy a good forever home..."WALK AWAY".  Think of it in the human perspective.  If you had to move would you leave one of your children behind because you were moving to a smaller place?  Would you throw your ageing parent out because they were too much trouble now that they can't take care of themselves?  If your new boyfriend or girlfriend didn't like your child, would you find it a new home?  If your answer is yes to any of the above questions, get a pet rock and leave the living, breathing, feeling critters to those of us who will put their needs right up there with the rest of the family.

Often I get request for older dogs because some breeders dump their retirees when they are no longer of breeding age, have problems breeding or aren't what they consider good producers.  I think that absolutely sucks!  First of all these guys are not livestock.  We treat all of our dogs from puppyhood to old age with the same love and care.  We do not place our retired dogs.  They have more than earned a loving home for the rest of their lives.  It would break their hearts if I let them go.  If you run across a breeder that adheres to this practice I would advise you to walk away because their bottom line is not the welfare of their dogs. 

Another thing that really pisses me off is someone who intentionally messes with the colors set forth by the Great Dane Club of America.  Watch out for those "so called breeders"  who advertise  RARE COLORS.  For instance fawniquins, brindlequins, chocolate or lilac harlequins.  Then they will charge you a ton of money for this mismarked dog because it is unusual.  If and when you run across one of these wondrous folks you might want to ask them what their goal is when they breed.  Are they researching their lines for health and longevity?  Do they even know if there are any problems?  Do they really care? A friend of mine called one of the rainbow breeders once and asked why they were doing those cross color breedings and the rainbow breeder's answer was that she was just jealous because she could get more money for her rarely colored dogs than the breeder that was doing it right could.  Now that's a telling statement.

Occasionally we get surprised with colors in our litters that should not be there.  It happens in harlequin breeding especially when we use a combination of parents that has one certain dog in their pedigrees in common.  We have had blue mantles, blue and whites and sometimes blue harlequins.  I've seen the rainbow breeders call them "rare porcelain harlequins" can squeeze the hell out of a buyer.  No they are not!  They are mismarks and "boo boos".  The first time one showed up in a litter I almost fainted.  However since we only sell our puppies as pets and not for breeding it really didn't matter too much to anyone else but me.  Besides, I try to discourage someone from buying a puppy solely based on color.  Look for the puppy that best fits in with your life style.

Questions?  Comments?  Bring it!

I would like to start a blog for Littlehorse puppy owners but have to wait until my grand daughter can show me how.  I can build a webpage but I don't blog or tweet.  hahaha

Off my soap box for tonight. :-)  Melody Rainwater

 

 


CANINES TO VISIT LIBRARY  MUSTANG NEWS
 Edition:Wednesday, June 24, 2009
 
 What has four legs, is taller than a desk and loves for children to read to him?
 The answer is Denzel the Great Dane.
 Kids can sign up to read to Denzel at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mustang. The dog will also visit July 11 and July 25.
 Pre-registration is required by calling 376-2226.
 A German shepherd named Grizzly will also visit.
 The reading program is sponsored by Paws for Friendship of Oklahoma.
 Both Grizz and Denzel are certified therapy pets.
“This program is very beneficial for reluctant and struggling readers,” Youth Services Librarian Michalena McMahill said. “Children will enjoy interacting with the dogs while building confidence in their reading skills.”

We have 3 Hospice patients we visit every week, go to the library every other Saturday, assisted living center every 3 weeks and numerous other events. Tomorrow a huge parade. He is a shinning example of your breeding program.
CAROL

 

KACHING!
The Hoax of the Animal Radicals Movement
Dr. Al Grossman

Click here if you want to read about what PETA Humane Society of the U.S. (HSUS) are up too.


New...information on ear cropping.


 

Before buying a puppy please consider calling a rescue organization or visit a shelter.  Give the gift of life.

Why We Don't Show Our Dogs.

For many years Littlehorse has come under fire from some because we don't feel the need to show our dogs.  For one thing our dogs are only made available to select homes as family members.  We don't want anyone breeding them and don't care to see them in the conformation ring.  Now if someone wants to show in obedience and or agility that would be great.  We encourage that because not only will you bond with your dog, you have the pride of accomplishment.

We have had several of our owners do obedience, agility and many of our puppies have been made into successful therapy dogs.  One of our dogs was able warn his owner when she was going to have a seizure so she could get in a safe position where she wasn't hurt when it happened.  To me it doesn't get much better than that.

In my opinion, the three most important things about Great Danes or dogs are not highlighted in the conformation ring. These three things are:  Health, Temperament, and Intelligence.

In the past, I have shown in the Conformation ring, and found it lacking for me personally.   I am not knocking the conformation ring or people who choose to show.  I've made many good friends that do show and more power to them and may they win many points and trophies.  The rewards I find are that I can make a family happy by providing the healthiest, friendliest and smartest new family member that will give them many years of companionship and joy.

 

 

"We have happy puppies.";<)

 Our new phone number is 210-626-DANE (3263).

We breed harlequins, mantles and related colors from Scarbrough Fair and European bloodlines.  Only the best make it into our breeding program.  To visit our dogs go to the links page with their photos.  www.littlehorsedanes.com/dogs.htm

Please read our "GUARANTEE" and "POLICIES" before calling.

Murphy lives in California.

 

 

#1 Mistake Made by Pet Dog Owners:

Getting a dog when you don’t have time for a dog.

Dogs require lots of time and attention. Behavior problems, housebreaking problems, poor socialization, destructiveness, boredom, obsessive behaviors like tail and light chasing, excessive barking, self-mutilation, excessive licking, choking on toys left in the crate all day, digging, yard escaping, fear, shyness, lack of exercise, insufficient play and mental stimulation are only a few of the challenges which arise when people don’t have time for their dogs. Excessive crating, locking a dog in a room or tying it out all day, free- feeding the dog or installing a doggy door so the dog can fend for itself will make things worse. Not to mention lack of time and attention for training and veterinary needs. A dog is not a goldfish. A dog is a pack animal with clearly defined social and developmental needs. Don’t get a dog unless you have time for a dog.

 

Have a great day!

OUR PUPS HAVE AN AVERAGE LIFE SPAN OF TEN TO THIRTEEN YEARS

  • WE GUARANTEE GENERAL HEALTH

  • WE GUARANTEE AGAINST HIP DYSPLASIA FOR LIFE

  • WE GUARANTEE AGAINST ENLARGED HEARTS FOR SEVEN YEARS.

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