DAXX Dalmatians

08/16/2024

As we approach one of the most somber days in our nation's history, let's remember and honor all the brave souls—both with two legs and with four—who sacrificed their lives. To pay tribute, I've introduced a special new design in my storefront. Take a moment to check it out and join me in commemorating our fallen heroes 🇺🇸🫡🐾
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08/13/2024

Hey there, it's Alexx! Check out what’s up for grabs in my ✨new✨storefront! Whether you'd like to display that you’re a proud patent of an adorable DAXX pup, a dog enthusiast, or even a supporter of small businesses- there's something here you'll absolutely adore. More exciting designs are coming soon! 🌟🐾🛍️

08/11/2024

Zoic had a fantastic adventure at the Nature Playscape in Forest Park, St. Louis 🐾 Did you know that socializing your dog goes beyond just meeting new people and other dogs? It’s about making them comfortable in new environments too! Socialization enriches your pup’s life with amazing experiences, resulting in a happier and more relaxed companion! 🌞🐶 When you’re out socializing your furry friend, LET THEM SNIFF! Dogs explore the world with their noses, and this not only provides essential physical and mental stimulation but also helps lower their stress levels and heart rate! 🫀

08/10/2024

Finding the perfect grooming tool for short-coated Dalmatians can be a real challenge due to their coarse hair, but don’t worry- I’ve got you covered! 👍🏻 Rubber curry brushes are our top recommendation for removing all that loose hair and you can even use it during a bath to distribute shampoo and conditioner throughout their coat! 🛁 and trust me when I say: Dalmatian hair gets stuck in everything! (My daughter and I call it Dalmatian glitter!) so for those stubborn hairs that cling to your car interior and couches, my favorite trick is to use a pumice stone! 😉 It works wonders in getting those pesky stragglers out!

07/15/2024

Pupdate Alert! 🐾 Meet Chaos, this adorable pup is from our Nightmare Before Christmas litter and thriving (with his little human!) in beautiful !
Ever wondered why we share these heartwarming updates? It’s because we want you to witness the incredible transformation of our puppies into loyal, loving family members. You’ll see their unique personalities blossom and their gorgeous coats shine as they grow up!
And guess what? Our waiting list for the next litter is NOW OPEN! 💥📣 Don’t miss your chance to welcome one of these amazing pups into your home 🐶❤️

07/14/2024

🌟 Hey everyone! 🌟
I'm thrilled to spotlight my dear friend's crochet page! She and her husband are on a heartfelt journey to raise funds for IVF treatment to grow their beautiful family tree 🌳✨ Your support can make a world of difference! Whether it's purchasing one of her lovely creations or simply liking and sharing the page, every little bit helps. Let's come together and show some love! 💖🧶

Aaron and I are Officially starting IVF. To help ease the financial burden, I would like to start selling my crochet projects. I def don’t claim to be a pro, but with Faith, trust, and Pixie Dust; hopefully our journey(after 13 yrs) is quick and smooth!

07/07/2024

💦Did you know that July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month?? 💦
Dalmatians, especially the HUA variety, have a distinct liver and kidney biochemistry! Unlike other dog breeds, these spotted dogs carry a genetic mutation that prevents them from processing uric acid. Instead, this acid is excreted in their urine, which can unfortunately lead to urinary crystals or even stones 😔 To keep your Dalmatian healthy and happy, it’s crucial to ensure they drink plenty of water! On average, dogs need about 1oz of water per pound of body weight. For your Dalmatian, providing lots of fresh, preferably distilled water, can help dilute the uric acid and keep their urinary system in top shape! 🚰 Remember, a well-hydrated Dalmatian is a happy Dalmatian! 🌟

07/04/2024

Barking a loud and proud Happy 4th of July to all! 🎆 Let the celebrations begin! Ensure your furry friends stay safe this holiday! 🍉🧨🎇

07/01/2024

Took advantage of this beautiful 70° morning to go on a nice long walk! 😎 Cleo joined her friends Asher and his brother, Levi on a 2 mile excursion in her weighted XDOG vest to exploit some of that Dalmatian energy! 🏃‍♀️💨
☀️ Fun fact ☀️
Dalmatians don’t mind when the temperatures rise! Their muscular build carries little body fat (at an ideal weight) and the white fur between their spots helps reflect the sunshine. They’re ideal dogs for pet parents who live in warmer climates! However, Dals can be more prone to sunburns due to their thin coat! Always allow your pet access to water and SHADE! 🕶️

07/01/2024

Did you know that the 4th of July is the #️⃣1️⃣ day that pets go missing? 🧨 please follow these safety tips to make sure your pets can enjoy the holiday too!
🎆Keep your pets indoors during fireworks! The loud noises and flashes of the fireworks can cause your pets to get scared and run away.
🎇Register/update your pets microchip information!
🎆Make sure your pet (including cats!) have on their collar with ID tags! Even writing your phone number on painters tape as a make shift ID tag would suffice!
🎇Provide a safe place where your pet can relax! Lick mats or toys filled with treats would help distract them and licking actually releases endorphins in a dogs brain that help keep them calm!
🎆Mentally and physically stimulate your dogs throughout the day! Walk and play with your pet to tire them out to help alleviate stress before the fireworks begin!

06/29/2024

Got a pupdate on Hank living his best life in Virgina 🚤 “We absolutely just love Hank. He’s been the best dog. Very sweet very social…We get so many compliments on his behavior!”

06/27/2024

🏄‍♀️🛸💙🌺 HAPPY STITCH DAY!! 🌺💙🛸🏄‍♀️
June 26th has been dedicated to everyone’s favorite Disney alien, Stitch! We celebrate this day because Stitch was originally named “Experiment 626”🧪 and who could forget the classic heartfelt lesson Stitch gave us of “Ohana means family- family means no one gets left behind.. or forgotten” 💙 Here at DAXX Dalmatians, I achieve 🌺Ohana 🌺 by offering lifetime breeder support! I am committed to making sure all of our pups get the best life they deserve!

06/23/2024

🔥EXTRA EXTRA!🔥
It is very important to be mindful of walking your dog on asphalt or pavement! If it is too hot for you to walk barefoot comfortably, it’s too hot for your dogs paws 🐾 Serious burns can occur on their paw pads when a dog walks on a hot surface and if left untreated it can cause an infection. To ensure your dog’s safety, it’s best to opt for early morning (or late evening) walks when the pavement is cooler! You can even take Xena’s favorite approach and put booties on your dog for extra protection! 👟 Don’t know how to measure your dogs paws for booties? That’s ok! Here’s how 👇🏻
1️⃣Place their paw on a piece of paper with the bottom flat on the ground
2️⃣Have your dog stand normally or simply press down on the top of the paw to mimic how it spreads out when your dog walks (it is very important to keep the splay of your dogs paws in mind!!)
3️⃣Mark the widest part of each side of the paw with a pen
4️⃣Measure the distance between the two marks
5️⃣Repeat the process with all other paws. It is normal for dogs to have different sized back/front paws
6️⃣Compare your measurements to a sizing chart for your choice of dog booties!

06/22/2024

let’s talk 🦴DIET IMPORTANCE🦴
As we’ve discussed before, the HUA Dalmatian has a unique liver and kidney biochemistry. HUA Dalmatians unfortunately carry a genetic mutation that eliminates the ability to process uric acid, which is instead excreted in the urine and can lead to urinary crystals or even stones (this is called hyperuricosuria) 😔 keeping them on a specific ⬇️LOW PURINE ⬇️ diet is recommended for our HUA friends. By reducing the intake of purine-rich foods, the production of uric acid can be minimized, reducing the risk of crystals and/or stones! Out of all the research of foods that myself (and our lovely Veterinarian, Dr. Hamm at Banfield Pet Hospital) has done, there have only been 3️⃣ dog food kibble diets that are specifically low purine diets, 2 of which are made by the brand Royal Canin. Hyperuricosuria is unfortunately a breed standard for Dalmatians but is very manageable with the correct diet!
(The LUA Dalmatian has been bred to eliminate the risk of hyperuricosuria therefore does not need a special low purine diet!)

06/19/2024

✨ PUPDATE! ✨
“Poe is the easiest and sweetest puppy we’ve ever had. He’s SUCH a good boy. And so goofy. I literally can’t even get over how easy he’s been. He’s a perfect boy in his kennel. He’s so smart. He’s SO sweet. We can take him anywhere and he’s a perfect gentleman!”
Love love love getting such sweet puppy updates! We have a waiting list started for our next litter! If you would like to add your name to the list, please direct message me!

06/17/2024

Attention ✨Nightmare Before Christmas✨ Litter owners!! I can’t believe all the babies are almost 9 months old already 🤯 this being said, If you have not yet submitted your proof for your dog’s spay/neuter, please do so through social media messengers or email! Thank you!

06/10/2024

Thanks to Ramblin Around TV, we had an amazing day on the water! 🎣
Do you have a dog that’s afraid of water? The number one way to help your dog feel less scared or anxious is to use ➕ positive reinforcement ➕ every time they’re around water! This is a proven technique that can decrease anxiety and increase the feeling of safety and trust 🫂 Make sure you do everything you can to make them feel safe! 🛟 DO NOT TOSS YOUR DOG INTO A BODY OF WATER AND EXPECT THEM TO SWIM! Having that false expectation is a good way to make your dog even more fearful of water. By allowing them to have water related experiences that they can control (ie. Small pools in your yard, shallow beach areas, walking next to bodies of water, playing in the hose, etc) you can encourage them that they’re safe and it’s fun! ☀️🌊

06/05/2024

Sweet Emily from our Nightmare Before Christmas litter living her best life! 😍 I love that she has a spot under her right eye just like her Mama Cleo 🥰🥰

06/03/2024

Such a sweet pupdate!! This is Blue! He is living his best life in Tennessee with his family and soaking up all the love! 💙 Seeing that boys face light up when he saw Blue for the first time will forever be implanted in my brain! 🥹
“The bond with a dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth can ever be”
-Konrad Lorenz

05/25/2024

Time for a pupdate!!! Fitz (previously “Lock”) from our Nightmare Before Christmas litter has settled in very well with his new family!!

05/22/2024

A few days late 🫣 but barking a very Happy Birthday to my beautiful Soto!! He is growing and learning so much so fast and has been an amazing Dad to all his puppies! 🎉🦴🎂

05/12/2024

Mom is not just a word
Or a name. It’s someone you
Trust and gives you
Hope. With her love,
Even on a bad day, you have
Reasons to smile!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there!!

05/09/2024

04/27/2024

Today is World Veterinary Day!!
Make sure you thank every Veterinarian in your community (and worldwide!) who work tirelessly to ensure the health and well being of all animals! 🐆🦒🦍🐘🐬🐠🐈🦮Here at DAXX Dalmatians, we thank you for your dedication, compassion and expertise!! 🩺🥼

04/09/2024

Did you know that in North America, more than 50% of dogs are overweight? Obese dogs develop an increased risk of the following problems:
💊Cancer
💉Diabetes mellitus
🫀Heart disease
🩻Osteoarthritis
🦴Faster degeneration of joints
🟡Urinary bladder stones
😷Anesthetic complications
One of the ways you can tell your dog is at a healthy weight is by determining how much fat is held between the skin and ribs. Many people think that seeing a dog’s ribs means it is automatically underweight and THIS IS NOT THE CASE! Ribs will be visible on a fit/conditioned dog 💪🏻 Feeling your dog’s ribs is a very accurate representation of their condition! If you can easily feel the ribs by running your hand along the side of the dog, then the dog is in a good condition. If you have to press at all to feel the ribs, your dog is overweight. If you can’t find the ribs, your dog is obese. The fat covering over the ribs correlates to the fat present on the rest of the body. From the side, every dog should have a visible tuck from the back of their ribs to the beginning of their hind leg. From the top, dogs should have an hourglass figure ⏳ When they get to the point that they are straight from their shoulders to their hips, or shaped more like a canoe, they are overweight. Fit/conditioned dogs may appear to be skinnier than most simply because they are fit! 🏋️‍♀️ You might see their ribs and hipbones peeking out but they have visible muscles where as underweight dogs do not have visible muscle 💪🏻

04/08/2024

Soto is ready to rock! ☀️🌕👓

04/05/2024

Who were Fidget, Jewel,Lucky,Patch,Pepper, Rolly, Spot and Wizzer?

They were some of the 101 Dalmatians, of course! As an aside, many folks already know that when added up, all the spots on every drawing or “cel” of all 99 puppies, plus Pongo and Perdita, came to a total of 6,469,952 spots (there was a team of artists whose job was just to draw spots on the dogs!) Not as many people know, however, that a total of 1,218,750 pencils were used in creating the artwork for 101 Dalmatians, and that artists went through 800 gallons of paint to produce the animation cels and backgrounds – enough to cover 15 football fields.

03/31/2024

from our pack to yours! 🐰💐🐥

03/10/2024

Barking a 🐾Happy 3rd Birthday🐾 to our spring time lovin, grass rollin, beautiful blue eyed Mama Cleo!! 💙💙