Adopt

My name is
Maxwell (21-124-02)!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

Adoption fee: $268

This helps Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Great Dane
Color
White
Age
3 years 3 months old, Young
Size
X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_71813385

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Introducing Maxwell!



Energetic Playful Affectionate Extraordinary



Hi there! My name is Maxwell, and I’m a fun-loving, adventurous pup with a heart as big as my playful spirit. Life may look and sound a little different for me because of my vision and hearing impairments, but that doesn’t stop me from embracing every moment with curiosity and joy. I’m on the lookout for a special family who will love and support me just as I am—and I promise to give you all my love in return!



When it comes to playtime, I’m all in! My favorite activities include:




  • Chasing after balls and tugging on ropes.

  • Chewing on deer antlers (yum!).

  • Exploring the world on walks and taking in all the new smells.

  • Zooming around the backyard with my famous burst of energy—it’s my happy dance!



I absolutely adore being close to my people. Whether we’re playing together or just enjoying some quiet time, I thrive on companionship and affection. Being left alone isn’t my favorite, and I might bark to let you know I miss you, so I’d love a home where someone is around most of the time to keep me company.



Navigating the world with limited sight and hearing can be a little tricky, but I’ve got it down! Once I’m familiar with my surroundings, I get around just fine. I may see light, dark, and motion, and I can hear some high-pitched noises, but I mostly rely on my other senses—and the love and guidance of my humans—to help me feel safe and confident.



Here’s what I’d love in my forever home:




  • A calm, patient family who understands my unique needs.

  • A physical fence to keep me safe as I explore and play. Preferably a midsize to large yard so I have enough room for zoomies!

  • A calm, submissive doggy sibling who can be my buddy and help me feel more secure.

  • If there are kids, I’d do best with older ones (12+) who have a gentle and calm demeanor.

  • An experienced owner, especially someone familiar with caring for dogs with hearing or vision impairments, would be a huge plus!

  • A family who is home more often than not. A work-from-home position would be awesome! Otherwise, I would prefer if my family isn't gone for more than 6 hours at a time.



I’ve had a bit of a rough start in life, bouncing between homes before finding my way to foster care. Now, I’m ready for the stability and love of a forever family who will cherish me for the amazing dog that I am. I may need a little extra understanding, but I promise the love and joy I’ll bring to your life will make it all worthwhile.



Fun fact about me: My “zoomies” are a pure expression of my happiness, and they’ll never fail to bring a smile to your face. I’m a resilient, loving boy who’s ready to be your loyal companion. Are you the one I’ve been waiting for?



Maxwell is ready to embark on a new journey, and he'd love to share it with you. Please complete one of the following steps to make Maxwell a part of your family.



1. If you have already completed the application process and are an approved adopter with UMGDR, please contact Maxwell’s Placement Coordinator at callie@thegreatdanerescue.com to learn more about him.



2. If you are not yet an approved adopter through UMGDR, you must complete our application process before you can be considered to adopt a dog through our rescue. Please visit https://www.thegreatdanerescue.com/adoption-application to complete an application and submit your $25 application fee to begin the process.



This one-in-a-million Dane is currently located in Presque Isle, WI.


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Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_71813385
Contact
Address
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

To adopt you must first fill out an application and pay a $25 non refundable processing fee. References are required and checked, background checks, veterinary checks and home visits are all done before your applications is approved.

Adoption fees are $325 for dogs up to age 6, and $125 for age 6 and over or special needs. $25 will be refunded if an obedience class is taken and proof is given within 6 months of adoption.

We prefer to not adopt to families with children under age 8, but will take applications with younger children on a case by case basis. We only adopt within our service area(MN,WI,IA,ND,SD).

Go meet their pets

Check the website often for an updated list of events. www.thegreatdanerescue.com

More about this rescue

Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue was started in 2008 by a group of Dane lovers who desire to help Danes in need. The rescue is made up of all volunteers who lovingly give of their time and money to help these wonderful dogs. Volunteers include people from every walk of life, all with one thing in common, love of Great Danes.

Each animal coming to the rescue is temperament tested, given a physical, vaccinated, wormed, checked for heartworm and tick borne illnesses and treated as needed. All dogs are sterilized before being re homed. The dog is then placed in a foster home to wait for someone to love it forever.

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