posted 10-20-2003 01:12 PM           

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I was given a beautiful Harlequin Great Dane bitch. I was told that she was pure-bred, but the person that I got her from did not have papers on her. Is there any way to get papers on her? I know nothing about her family, not even her actual age. Can someone help?

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posted 10-20-2003 06:37 PM         

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No, the breeder or original owners has to register the puppies, if this was done then there should be some information on her but without some form of identification like a tatoo or microchip then there is no way of knowing. Check her underside rear or ear for a tattoo and have your vet scan her to see if she is chipped

Can you ask the person you got her from to contact the breeder or give you the breeders name? Or if the person knows the breeders kennel name or part of her registered name that will help too.

Other than knowing her age Is there a reason you want her papers? Do you know if she is she spayed? You should get your vet to check so you're not surprised with an unexpected heat cycle.

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posted 10-20-2003 06:38 PM         

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p.s. you could always contact the American Kennel Club (if your are in the US)

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posted 10-20-2003 07:52 PM         

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No way, Harlequin!?

If that's what i'm thinking, your l u c k y ... The black & white spotted ones, right?
Mann, those are way-cool!
I have a list of dog-breeds in my head that i'd like to have the opportunity to experiance life w/ in my lifetime, & that's one of them, hopfully.
Take care of her....

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posted 10-21-2003 09:41 AM         

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If you want to show her or something and can't find anything through the avenues suggested above, you can get a limited registration with the AKC by submitting a form and photos of the dog (and money, I'm sure).

Limited resgistration lets you participate in just about anything except conformation.

Jamiya

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posted 10-22-2003 08:19 AM         

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I was given a 3yr old Harlequin Dane by my buddy who just transferred to Italy and he is the best and most graceful dog I have ever had. Which is surprising due to his enormous size.

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