Category: Adoptable Dogs

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Huckleberry

Huckleberry I know what you’re thinking. ‘This little guy is cute and all, but puppies need a lot of training.’ Well guess what? I already know All.The.Things. Okay, maybe not all. Maybe half. Or maybe less than half. I don’t know how many things exactly, because I haven’t learned math yet. But, if you want a puppy who is potty trained, crate trained, knows basic commands, takes cues and redirection, and is past the stabby jaws phase, plus super soft and cuddly – I’m your Huckleberry!
 
And that’s my name! I used to have a home with a fluffy bed and lots of toys, plus a couple of cats. I went to a board and train while I was there and also a doctor who removed my dangly bits. They didn’t have the time for me though, so now I’m in the market for a new home where I can keep learning, keep playing, go for lots of walks, get lots of pets, and have a family who will love me forever and ever.
 
A little about me. I’m a pretty chill dude. My birthday is October 14th, 2025. I’m a Libra. I like car rides, walks, playing fetch, playing with dogs, playing with cats, greeting people, meeting little kids–who are just short people that smell like peanut butter–and napping.
 
I also love learning. In my foster home, I have learned to sit and wait for my food patiently. Okay, not always patiently. Sometimes, I whine a little when it takes too long to get my food ready (why does it take soooo long?) But it’s all good. I know it’s coming and that the other dogs aren’t going to steal it.
 
Do you like to snuggle at night while you’re relaxing? Me too! I love to just chill out after dinner. I also sleep all through the night on my dog bed in the bedroom. That’s how good I am. I wouldn’t mind sleeping in a bed with a human either, but if you’re not okay with that, I don’t judge.
 
I like being outside too. Sometimes, I just hang out in the yard watching the world go by, contemplating the mysteries of life. Like who really is the Best Boy? My foster mom asks me that all the time, and I’m determined to find the answer for her. Because I’m a people pleaser. But not in a toxic way. In a good way. In a ‘I’d like to help you fold the laundry, but I don’t have thumbs’ kind of way.
 
So if all of that sounds good to you, then I’d love to meet you!
 
 I’ll need a fenced-in yard to do my world-watching thing. I am being fostered in Wake Forest NC
 
📩email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application.
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Daphne

Daphne. ***Available for adoption soon***
 
🐾 Meet Daphne — Your Future Adventure Buddy & Cuddle Queen! 🐾 Looking for a dog who will keep up with your active lifestyle and snuggle you like a pro at the end of the day?
 
Meet Daphne — a 9–10 month old Dane/Pittie mix with a HUGE personality packed into a 60-pound body!  Daphne came to us from a shelter in Georgia where she was at risk of euthanasia, and she’s been making the most of her second chance ever since. She’s full of life, curiosity, and love — the kind of dog who wants to be right in the middle of whatever you’re doing. If it’s happening, Daphne wants in!
 
✨ What makes Daphne special? • Sweet, affectionate, and LOVES to cuddle (yes, she thinks she’s a lap dog 🥹) • Happy-go-lucky personality that will make you smile every day • Smart and learning quickly with consistent training • Already working on leash manners, “sit,” and polite routines • Sleeps well in her kennel and settles nicely at bedtime
 
⚡ What she needs from her forever home: • An active family ready to help her burn off that puppy energy • A confident, consistent owner who understands strong, high-drive dogs • Continued training to help her polish her manners (she’s eager and improving!) • A home that can manage her prey drive — fast-moving things are VERY exciting to her 🐿️ • Ideally, another well-mannered dog to help show her the ropes 🎾
 
Daphne LOVES to play — fetch is her favorite (we’re working on the “bring it back and drop it” part 😄). She’s strong, spirited, and a little stubborn, but with structure and love, she’s blossoming into an incredible companion. At the end of the day, Daphne is just a big baby who wants attention, affection, and a place to belong.
 
💛 If you’re ready for a loyal, energetic, and endlessly entertaining best friend, Daphne might just be your girl.
 
**A fenced yard is required so Daphne has a safe space to run and zoom!
 
📩email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application.
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Koa

Meet Koa! 🐾

This handsome 11-month-old Great Dane is all heart, all legs, and ALL teenage energy.

Koa came to us when his college-student owner realized she didn’t have the time to give him the consistency he deserves. With lots of travel and bouncing between Rover stays, family, and friends, Koa hasn’t had much structure in his young life — but he’s soaking it up beautifully in his foster home. Like many adolescent Danes, Koa is in that “bratty teenager” phase.

He’s sweet as can be, affectionate, and eager to please — he just needs guidance polishing those manners. The good news? He already knows sit and down, is crate trained, house trained, rides wonderfully in the car, and responds well to direction. He’s smart and ready to learn! Koa gets SUPER excited to see other dogs. He hasn’t had much experience, so his greeting style is best described as… enthusiastic 😅 He’s not aggressive in any way — just big, bouncy, and a little over-zealous. If another confident dog tells him “no thank you,” he’s very respectful. But if a dog runs? Well… he thinks it’s playtime!

We’re actively working on his social skills and he’s making progress. He also LOVES toys and will happily entertain himself (or you!) with a good play session. After he burns off that puppy energy, he’s a total cuddle bug.

✨ Koa’s perfect home: Active family committed to continuing his training Giant breed experience required A securely fenced yard where he can safely zoom and stretch those long legs Koa is a wonderful young Dane who just needs structure, consistency, and a family ready to guide him into the amazing adult dog he’s going to be.

If you’re ready to give this sweet, goofy boy the forever home he deserves, please email info@greatdanefriends.com Koa is being fostered in Charlotte NC . Let’s help Koa find his perfect match!

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Juniper

🌿 Meet Juniper — Your Gentle, Curious Companion! Sweet, soulful Juniper is a beautiful mix of curiosity and heart. Rescued from a shelter in September, this lovely girl (estimated to be around 2–5 years old) has blossomed in her foster home and is ready to find her forever family.

Juniper is still learning that the world is a safe place, so she’ll need a patient, loving owner who can help her continue to build her confidence. Once she warms up, she’s incredibly affectionate — a total snuggle bug who adores her humans. She’s happiest with another friendly dog by her side to show her the ropes and loves wrestling and cuddling with her foster siblings.

Juniper has been great around kids of all ages, though she’d thrive best in a quieter home without lots of constant noise or activity. Her perfect match? An active family that’s home often or loves bringing their pup along for adventures. She’s learning that food and love are always there for her — and she’ll reward you with endless loyalty, warmth, and tail wags.

🐾 Juniper is ready to meet the patient, kindhearted family who will help her bloom into the confident, joyful dog she’s meant to be. Could that be you?

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Nina

Get ready to meet your new best friend, Nina!!! This 6–7 month old Great Dane beauty is all puppy charm wrapped up in a big, lovable package!

Rescued from a shelter and ready for her happily-ever-after, she’s bursting with personality and joy. She’s super social, incredibly outgoing, and loves being around people. Toys? Yes, please! Playtime is her favorite time, and she brings nonstop fun wherever she goes. Despite her growing Great Dane size, she’s gentle and does wonderfully with dogs of all sizes—and even cats! She’s crate trained and appears to be housebroken, making her well on her way to being the perfect house companion. If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate, larger-than-life best friend to fill your home with love and laughter, this sweet girl is ready to meet you! 🐶💗.

Nina is being fostered in Asheville NC. If interested in adopting you can email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application. Since Nina LOVES to play and zoom and fenced yard is required to keep this active puppy safe.

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Sadie

Sadie **Available for adoption **
 
Meet Sadie 🖤 Smart. Curious. Already growing into her big-dog future Sadie was born September 2, 2025, and at just a few months old she is already reached 30 pounds, giving a very real preview of the strong, athletic large-breed dog she’s becoming. The first thing people notice about Sadie is her incredible ears—always alert, expressive, and impossible to miss. They perfectly match her curious, thoughtful personality.
 
Sadie is a Great Dane–forward mix (Great Dane, Cane Corso, American Pit Bull Terrier, Siberian Husky/German Shepherd) and is expected to mature into a 60–80 lb adult. Sadie at a glance DOB: 9/2/2025 Current weight: ~30 lbs and growing Breed mix: Great Dane, Cane Corso, APBT, Husky/German Shepherd Expected adult size: Large (approx. 60–80 lbs) Energy: Puppy energy with a solid ability to settle Personality: Smart, curious, playful, sweet, and socially aware People: Friendly and appropriate with adults Children: Has met young children and did very well—curious, gentle, and respectful Dogs: Social and adaptable; reads cues well and adjusts play
 
Cats: Untested Life with Sadie Sadie enjoys playtime, exploration, and learning new things—but she also knows how to rest. After activity, she settles nicely indoors and is comfortable relaxing on her own or in her crate. She’s already showing the kind of balance that experienced large-breed adopters value. She’s comfortable in a home environment, handles routine well, and continues to build confidence through normal puppy experiences.
 
Training & manners Crate trained Nearly house-trained; goes to the door when she needs to potty (normal puppy supervision applies) Leash skills: Still learning, as expected; redirects well with a martingale collar or harness Car rides: Does well and settles on longer trips Cues she knows: sit, wait, no, off Working on: down, stay, and come Motivation: Enjoys treats and engagement; responds well to praise and interaction Social style Sadie approaches new people thoughtfully and politely. With other dogs, she shows good social awareness—matching energy and giving space when appropriate. She has done well meeting young children, showing curiosity and gentleness with appropriate supervision. She could thrive as an only dog or enjoy having canine companions.
 
Sadie is being fostered in Anderson SC. If interested in adopting email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application. A fenced yard will be required so she has a safe place to run and romp and do all the puppy things!
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Chauncey

Hello GDFRL Fans – Chauncey here! Foster Mom has been quite remiss in providing any updates on me – she says sorry! I tried to type one up myself but the keyboard just wasn’t made for paws my size so all I managed was this – ;lp/asdvb fgdp;iÒÚ¿;lsedf – which isn’t too informative.

A reminder of my back story – I came to GDFRL this summer from an SC shelter. I was originally found earlier this year with my muzzle tied shut. My owner paid the fine and took me home only to drive me out into the middle of nowhere earlier this summer, tie me to a tree, and abandon me.

Foster Mom says besides the physical scars, I have some emotional scars from him. Car rides cause me some anxiety because I’m not 100% sure if I am going to be abandoned again and sometimes I have to use my big bark when strangers come around because I don’t know if they will be nice to me. FM says I don’t have to worry and she’s going to prove to me that most people are kind and they are going to love me and pet me and give me toys and treats. This really nice lady named Caitlin, who FM says is a wonderful trainer, is going to be working with us so I can meet all these nice people and become the bravest, bestest boy.

At home, I have a foster sister who is a third of my size but boy is she tough. We like to wrestle and play and steal toys from each other. There’s kitties at my foster home too, but they get me a bit too excited so I’m not allowed to play with them. Foster Mom says my forever family probably shouldn’t include kitty siblings good for chasing or little pups – ‘cuz she says I’m clumsy and they’re squishable. I am an in-your-face, always by your side kind of guy, so I’m hoping my forever family understands their space is my space, too. FM says I’m also very verbal – what can I say – I have opinions and sometimes she is way slow on serving up dinner. I do try to be a good boy though, and practice my “sit and wait” while she’s mixing up my food. Foster Mom says that sometimes I get a little too mouthy with things, so I have my own room when mom is gone all day. I know what “go to your room” means and I will open the baby gate and run in there and wait for my good boy treat.

I have been a naughty boy lately though ‘cuz the mattress is so nice to chew on and is more of a fun challenge than those easy-to-shred dog beds. Foster mom says I should be chewing on all my tug toys or my security jolly ball that I like to mouth – what can I say, it calms me!

So here’s what me and foster mom think my perfect forever family would be: – One or two fur siblings to play with who are medium to large dogs. I’ve only met another dane through a fence, and he didn’t really like me, so I didn’t get to try to play with him. – A calmer home that is willing to keep working with me on meeting new people as I learn that I will be protected and people will be nice to me. – No little kids – I just don’t understand the difference between my 158 lbs and little kids a fraction of my size. I’ll want to play with them and mom thinks they will be squished.

And the details: – Housetrained – Neutered and up-to-date on vaccine – Has been good with the medium-sized dogs he has met – male and female – No kitties – he is too interested in them and will give chase – Kids 12+

***Chauncey is being fostered in Asheville NC. If interested in adopting email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application.

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Archer

Hi! My name is Archer but my foster mom calls me Archie! I’m a smart boy and answer to both names.

I was born on November 19, 2018 which means I’ll be 7years old soon. I act very young for my age and love to go for short walks (I walk very nicely on a leash) and especially love car rides. I play very enthusiastically with my foster sister who is only 2 years old. There are 3 cats in the house but I ignore them.

I have been to PetSmart and Lowes and have done really well. I’m still a little hesitant of big men and of little kids ( kids 12 yrs and up would be best) but we are working on that! When they are around I like to hide behind mom! I’m a very smart boy and know all my basic commands but don’t really like the STAY one. I’m potty trained and trustworthy in the house but would prefer being with you to being left behind. I had some skin issues, ear infections and eye infections when I arrived but those are all clear now.

I am a super sweet boy who is looking for a soft place to land…a FOREVER home of my own! Please consider this sweetest older boy.

Archer is being fostered in Jacksonville NC. If interested in adopting please email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application.

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Marley

Hi! I’m Marley 🖤 I was born on 9/2/25 and I am the cutest and softest Great Dane mix. I’m a very Smart, curious girl with lots of puppy energy. I love play time and being outside just sitting in the sun. I have grown very fond of playing fetch so my foster parents play with me daily and it gets rid of some of my built up puppy energy. I am crate and potty trained(I run to the door or make noises when I’m in my crate) and I love getting tucked in at night in my blankets before I go to sleep. I can typically sleep through the night, but I do get up early to go potty and to eat my breakfast. Did I mention, I love to eat! I have a good appetite and I know my daily food and treat routine. I also love snuggle time and to sit with my FP on the couch or in their laps.

I have 2 Dane foster fur siblings and I have no fear being around them but sometimes my energy gets to be a bit much for them and they let me know to back off and typically I will listen to that cue. I am also working on my manners; I know sit, come and let go but still need some reminders as I am after all still all puppy. My foster mom has also taught me to walk on a leash and I do pretty well but then sometimes there are leaves and things on the ground that call me to pull in a different direction. Overall, I’m a really good puppy and I try to be a good girl and I do take redirection when needed.

I am being fostered in Concord, NC. If interested in adopting email us at info@greatdanefriends.com for an application.

A fenced yard will be required so she has a safe place to run and romp and do all the puppy things!

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Lucy

Meet Lucy — Grace, Goofiness, and Puppy Love All in One Lucy is a gorgeous 5-month-old Great Dane mix (with Cane Corso, American Pitbull, and Husky in her DNA) who’s shaping up to be a lean, medium-to-large beauty rather than a full-on giant.

She embodies that distinctive Dane elegance, with expressive eyes complemented by irresistible, lively puppy energy. In her foster home, Lucy is outgoing, curious, and always ready for her next adventure. She loves her toys, plays well with other dogs, and absolutely soaks up human attention. Whether it’s playtime or cuddle time, she’s all in. Lucy is already house- and crate-trained, and she knows her humans’ favorite word—“No”—which immediately gets her attention.

Like most young pups, she can be easily distracted and has a short attention span, but she’s eager to learn and is making steady progress. Leash training and wait/stay commands are currently underway. Having been left at a shelter as a young puppy, Lucy can be a bit shy and nervous at first. The good news? She’s gaining confidence every day in her foster home, especially with the help of another dog showing her the ropes.

She’s a sensitive soul who’s clearly on the brink of blossoming. In the evenings, once the day winds down, Lucy turns into a total sweetheart—she loves curling up close, often choosing her human’s lap as her favorite place to relax.

Lucy would truly thrive in a home with another playful dog to help her build confidence, burn off energy, and continue becoming the happy, secure pup she’s meant to be. With love, patience, and a playful companion, Lucy is going to shine. Ready to give this elegant, affectionate girl the forever home she deserves? Lucy can’t wait to meet you. A fenced yard is required. Currently fostered in Cary, NC

Interested in adopting Lucy? Email info@greatdanefriends.com to request an application.

✨ Adopt Lucy—and have a loving companion for life.