Design Toscano Emerald Verde Patina Raining Dogs Bronze Piped Garden Statue SU5311

Look who got a hold of the garden hose! This fun-loving bronze dog statue will make you smile every time you see its mischievous antics in your garden. Position this life-like canine creature poolside, pond side or in a garden to welcome visitors. Our Design Toscano-exclusive puppy dog statue is cast in the traditional lost wax bronze method, which highlights the exceptionally fine detail and guarantees lasting beauty. Because the beauty is in the details, our high quality bronze dog garden statue is finished with an emerald verde patina, sure to bring your pond decor or garden to life with its realism. Piped to optionally cascade flowing water from the dog's hose into your pond or fountain. Simply add the optional 290 GPH pond pump kit to create beautiful water music in your garden. Color patina is applied by hand one piece at a time, tone may vary slightly.

• 12"Wx9½"Dx14½"H. 11 lbs.
• Requires a 290 GPH (gallon per hour) recirculating pump to spout water.
• We recommend our DR-290 pump sold below.

Winter Care of Design Toscano Fountains:

Many customers ask if our products stand up to long winters, extremely inclement weather, and freezing temperatures. The answer is yes, but only with proper care. While we expect the works of art we sell to be of the best quality, Mother Nature can be quite tough on these pieces. Extreme and rapid changes in temperature and humidity may affect your statues adversely. Resin and cast stone have an inherent tendency to expand and contract with climactic conditions. The ideal solution is to store your fountain away from direct exposure to the winter elements, for example, a basement, garage or gardener's shed would be perfect. The following recommendations are offered to help ensure that your purchases give you years of enjoyment:

1. Drain the bowl(s) or shell(s) thoroughly.
2. Remove the statue and pump, storing them inside if possible.
3. Fill the bowl(s) or shell(s) with an absorbent material such as towels, blankets, etc.
4. Cover the entire fountain with a fountain cover or heavy-duty plastic sheeting and secure tightly. Should condensation droplets form on the inside of the cover, the material will absorb them.
5. Small Fountain bowls may be inverted so that water will not pool inside.
6. Remove the drain plug if your fountain has one.
7. Do not use antifreeze in fountains.
8. Do not allow fountains to sit in freezing and thawing water.
9. We strongly suggest that all portable fountains be moved indoors in inclement weather and freezing temperatures.

Please remember, while resin and cast stone are strong and durable, nature can be stronger. A little maintenance and care will keep your investment beautiful for years to come.