Tag: Pet Relationships

While some people look for four-leaf clovers, I look toward Onyx and Shaggy. These two are more than just pets; they are my lucky charms and the secret assistant teachers for every new litter. Their presence helps guide the puppies’ early social development, ensuring each one grows up with a balanced temperament. At Duty Danes, […]

If I had to compare myself to any animal, it would undoubtedly be the Great Dane. Often called gentle giants, these dogs embody a unique balance of strength and sensitivity that I strive for in my own life and breeding program. Just like a Dane, I believe in being a steady, patient presence for those […]

If I were going on a shopping spree, it would be all about the dogs and the excellence of the kennel at Duty Danes. • Advanced Medical and Neonatal Care: I would invest in professional-grade diagnostic equipment, including an ultrasound machine for monitoring pregnancies and ensuring the health of the moms. I would also get […]

Dear 100-year-old me, I hope you are sitting on a sturdy porch in Florida, still surrounded by the lean-on-your-hip presence of a loyal Great Dane. I hope the legacy of Duty Danes has grown into the sanctuary we dreamed of, where temperament and service have changed lives just as much as these dogs have changed […]

My middle name is Marie. This name has been carried down from my mother all the way up to my great-grandmother. Just like it is a legacy in my family being passed down, it is also a legacy in my kennel names and everything I do in my kennels. All my dogs’ names carry a […]

One Question I Hate to Be Asked One question I truly hate to be asked is, ‘What is the lowest you will take?’ or ‘Can you go any lower?’ It is incredibly insulting because people don’t see the immense amount of work, heart, and soul that goes into what we do at Duty Danes. They […]