Great Dane Rescue, Inc

Great Dane Rescue, Inc We have foster homes in MI, IN, IL, Toledo Ohio, and Ontario, Canada. R.E.S.P.E.C.T

Respect. It can mean so much to so many. And it's a simple thing. That's all.

When I think of rescued Danes, I think of the respect they deserve. They are adaptable, flexible, most of the time wonderful. They fit right in to the foster homes and their forever homes, as if they had been there all their lives. And considering circumstances some of them come from, you'd think respect would be an automatic reaction. But that doesn't always happen. Some people who are used to wh

at the standard of the Dane says it should be may think that the colors they come in, or the shape they are in, or myriad other issues, aren't acceptable. Many of us have been at the receiving end of this problem and it hurts. We love these dogs - the ones that have come into rescue and the ones we have adopted. It's important to remember that "we didn't breed these dogs, we didn't have anything to do with selling these dogs. We didn't impulsively and ignorantly purchase these dogs." (Thanks to Val Maurer for her knowing words). We just brought these dogs into our rescue program, trying to give them a better life than they had before we knew them. Simple as that. No conspiracy. The fact that some of them are white and hearing, white and deaf, bear scars, have blue eyes, have brindle or fawn patches, are black and deaf (yep, we've had one of those too), or need more than the average amount of medical care, it doesn't matter to us, you see. We don't have a standard for rescued Danes - most breed rescues don't. Although we do see many beautiful show marked Danes as well. All we're trying to do is help the situation of homeless/unwanted/neglected Danes. So please, if you see us out somewhere with our charges, fosters or adopted companions, take the time to say something nice - or if that's not possible, please say nothing at all. So, in short, we make the decisions we do based on the facts we have at hand and also, with what's in our hearts. If you agree that's wonderful. If you don't, please respect our choices, but most of all, please respect the dogs. Sandy and the crew
2/8/2001

Zero regrets 🤣
06/03/2026

Zero regrets 🤣

Everyone knows your dane's name but not yours 🤷‍♀️
06/02/2026

Everyone knows your dane's name but not yours 🤷‍♀️

We've all been there. Does your dane realize their size, or do they still think they are a tiny lap dog? Tag your favori...
06/01/2026

We've all been there. Does your dane realize their size, or do they still think they are a tiny lap dog? Tag your favorite big dog parent below!

How many danes have you shared your home with?
05/31/2026

How many danes have you shared your home with?

Doesn't matter if they are snoring on the couch they are up and at attention as soon as they hear the fridge open.
05/30/2026

Doesn't matter if they are snoring on the couch they are up and at attention as soon as they hear the fridge open.

05/29/2026

Take a guess, it's more than you think 🤣

10 THINGS YOUR DOG WOULD TELL YOU...1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful...
05/28/2026

10 THINGS YOUR DOG WOULD TELL YOU...
1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful: remember that before you get me.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me- it is crucial to my well being.
4. Do not be angry at me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment.
5. You have your work, your entertainment,and your friends. I only have you.
6. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don’t understands your words, I understand your voice when it is speaking to me.
7. Be aware that how ever you treat me, I will never forget.
8. Remember before you hit me that I have teeth that could easily hurt you, but I choose not to bite you because I love you.
9. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I might not be getting the right food, or I have been out too long, or my heart is getting too old and weak.
10. Take care of me when I get old; you too will grow old. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say: “I cannot bear to watch” or “Let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if you are there, even my death.
Remember I love you.
Author Stan Rawlinson 1993

Goose has gained weight, he is now officially 150 pounds. His overall skin condition has greatly improved since coming i...
05/27/2026

Goose has gained weight, he is now officially 150 pounds. His overall skin condition has greatly improved since coming into our rescue three months ago, but he continues to suffer from environmental allergies. He is currently on a strict, limited diet food trial to identify his food triggers. He has done wonderfully on Royal Canin Ultamino; however, maintaining a dog of Goose’s size on a specialized prescription diet is incredibly expensive.

**If you would like to donate toward his food and medication expenses, you can do so directly via this post or through our website link in the comments.**

In the next month, we will begin reintroducing different protein sources to find a regular diet he tolerates. Goose also experienced localized reactions to allergy shots on two occasions, so we are monitoring him closely. Through it all, he continues to be the absolute sweetest boy. He doesn’t exactly enjoy his regular foot baths or ear cleanings, but he accepts it all with just the occasional, polite attempt to walk away. He loves everyone he meets, and they love him right back!

We hope over the coming months. once his diet is settled, his allergy shots are on a maintenance level, and his feet are finally no longer sore and swollen, he will be able to find his new forever family. Thank you for your continued support in his healing journey!

I feel this is an accurate statement 🤣
05/27/2026

I feel this is an accurate statement 🤣

05/26/2026

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