Tag: life with Great Danes

The Giant Sized Library Being a breeder and advocate for Great Danes means I am never done learning. Even with over twenty-five years of experience, I am always looking for more information to make my program better. I have a list of books I have been wanting to dive into that focus specifically on the […]

Five Ways We Have Fun (Giant Style) When you share your life with Great Danes, “fun” looks a little different than it does for most people. It is not just about a quick game of fetch; it is about activities that match their size and their heart. Here are five things we love to do […]

Exploring Our Own Backyard: The Giant Sized “To-Do” List Living here in Michigan, we are surrounded by so many cool spots, yet I still have a “to-do” list of places I haven’t gotten around to visiting with the Danes. We all have those couple of familiar parks we stick to because they’re easy, but I’ve […]

If you could make your Great Dane understand just one thing, what would it be? For me, it would be: please, no more leaving those “glitter flowers” on the walls and the TV! And maybe keep the shoestrings of slobber in your mouth instead of dripping them on my legs or dribbling all over the […]

Duty Danes: The Meaning Behind the Name The Significance of Duty When choosing a name for my kennel and website, I selected Duty Danes because it represents the core philosophy of my work. The word “Duty” is a reflection of the profound responsibility I feel toward this magnificent breed. It is my duty to ensure […]

What’s Your Dream Job: One Paw at a Time Non-Profit Mission of Healing Hearts through the Blues The Significance of Duty I chose the name Duty Danes because it’s exactly how I feel about my dogs. It isn’t just a business name; it’s the responsibility I carry for them every single day. In my heart, […]