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Introducing Hank!
Outgoing Playful Snuggly Energetic
Hi, I’m Hank! I’m an outgoing and playful Great Dane who loves life and toys. I’m full of energy, and I absolutely love following my humans around—wherever you go, I want to be right there with you! I’m super sociable and enjoy meeting new people, even if I need a quick moment to warm up. Once I’m comfortable, I can’t get enough attention and affection!
I did well meeting my foster canine sibling, but I should still have slow and structured introductions if there is another dog in my forever home. I am not always aware of how big I am, so my forever family should keep an eye on me when I’m playing with smaller dogs. As for children, I haven’t had much experience with them, so a home with no kids or older children (13+) would be the best fit for me due to my size and energy. I also haven’t spent much time around cats, so if my new home has any feline friends, I’ll need gradual introductions to make sure we get along.
Some of my favorite things include playing with big toys, frisbees, and stuffed animals. I’m always up for a good game of fetch or tug-of-war! When I’m not playing, I love exploring the yard or snuggling with my people. I’m not a fan of being crated, though, and I prefer if my ears are left alone—thank you very much!
I already know quite a few commands like "stop," "wait," "leave it," "come," and "lay down." But since I’m young and full of energy, I’ll need my forever family to help me continue my training to make sure I keep up with those skills. I’m also working on improving my leash manners, and with my smarts and enthusiasm, I know I can get better with the right guidance. I do have a bit of a habit of counter-surfing, so my new family will need to keep surfaces clear of any tempting goodies!
As for my health, I’m in excellent shape with no concerns, so I’m ready to take on the world with my new family.
My perfect forever home will have a physical fence and a medium-to-large yard where I can run, play, and explore as much as I want. I need plenty of space to stretch my legs and burn off some of my energy. My future family will need to be dedicated to continuing my training, especially with basic commands and leash manners. Since I’m not a fan of crates, I’ll need a home where I can roam freely, and my family should keep counters clear of any snacks or items I might want to "investigate."
If you think I’d be a great fit for your family, I’d love to meet you! Let’s have some fun and make great memories together!
Hank is a big, lovable goofball with an energetic spirit and a heart full of love. He’s ready to bring joy, snuggles, and plenty of fun to his forever family! If you believe Hank will be a perfect fit for your family, please reach out to us by following one of the options below.
1. If you have already completed the adoption or foster application process and are an approved adopter with UMGDR, please contact Hank’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. After you have been approved, please reach out to Hank’s Placement Coordinator by emailing callie@thegreatdanerescue.com.
This handsome Dane is located in Plymouth, MN
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