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Picked up our boy Diesel in April and he has been everything we hoped for. His records and vaccination paperwork were ready the day we came, and they walked us through his feeding schedule before we left. Eight months later he is 125 pounds of pure affection.
I had a lot of questions before putting down a deposit and they answered every one without any pressure. Our girl Nova settled in within three days and is gentle with our two cats, which was my biggest worry.
We used the flight delivery option. He arrived on time, healthy and calm, and the person who flew with him handed over his records plus a bag of the food he had been eating so we could transition him slowly. No issues at all.
Took our boy to our own vet the week after pickup and he got a clean bill of health. Our vet actually commented on how well socialized he was for his age. Clear communication the whole way through.
Our puppy is wonderful and clearly well cared for. The only thing I would change is response time — during their busy spring season it sometimes took a day or two to hear back. Once we were closer to pickup, though, everything moved quickly and smoothly.
We drove down to Chula Vista to meet the litter before deciding. They let us spend over an hour with the puppies and the mother, which we appreciated. Our girl was sleeping through the night in her crate within a week.
What stood out was the follow-up. About a month after we brought our boy home I had a question about his growth and they got back to me the same day with real advice, not a sales pitch.
Second Dane we have gotten from Mainely Danes — we came back because the first one was such a good dog. Both times the process was smooth, the paperwork complete, and the puppies clearly raised in a home environment.
Our puppy is healthy and sweet and we love her — that part has been great. Communication was the weak spot: photo updates were sparse and a couple of my emails went unanswered for several days. The dog is worth it, but I would have liked more transparency during the wait.
We have three kids under ten and were worried about bringing such a large breed into the house. They matched us with the calmer puppy in the litter and it was the right call. Patient with the kids and no destructive chewing.
Great puppy, great experience overall. Pickup had to be pushed back two days because of a scheduling issue on their end, which was a little frustrating since we had already booked travel. They kept us informed and the handoff itself was thorough, so no hard feelings.
The reservation process was simple and they explained the deposit and refund terms up front in writing, which I appreciated after a bad experience with another breeder. Pickup was easy and they sent us home with records, food and a blanket that smelled like the litter.
Our boy is fourteen months now and has been completely healthy. They sent photos and videos of both parents before we committed, which made the decision a lot easier from out of state.
Straightforward people and no games with pricing. I flew out to see the setup before committing and everything was as described — clean, family-run, and the dogs are well cared for.
She cried for about one night in the crate and that was it. A year in and she is the best decision we made. They were honest about her temperament from the start and it matched exactly.
Local pickup was easy to arrange and they were flexible about the time. Our boy came home already started on crate training, which saved us a lot of work the first week.
We are in west Texas and were worried about the distance, but the delivery was well organized. He came off the flight relaxed and curious rather than scared, which told us a lot about how he was raised.
Healthy, well-socialized puppy and a clean handoff. I would have liked more frequent photo updates during the weeks before pickup — once a week felt thin when you are waiting on a puppy. Everything else was excellent.
Our vet gave him a clean bill of health at his first checkup. They also followed up a few weeks later to see how he was settling in, which I did not expect.
This was our first Great Dane and they were patient with all our beginner questions about feeding, growth and joint care. Nothing felt rushed. Our girl is nine months and thriving.
The paperwork was complete and matched what we had been told on the phone. No surprises on price, no last-minute fees. Our boy is a year old and has had zero health issues.
We have an older dog at home and were nervous about the introduction. They gave us practical advice on introducing them slowly and it worked perfectly. Two weeks in they were sleeping side by side.
Good communication, fair pricing and a healthy puppy. They sent a short video of him playing the day before we picked him up, which was a nice touch. Would buy from again.
Lovely puppy and a genuinely smooth pickup. The drive out was long for us, so I wish there had been more delivery options to our area at the time. The breeder themselves were great to deal with.
Our boy is two now and the temperament is exactly what they described — calm, confident and great with strangers. You can tell these puppies are handled daily from day one.
Even from Minnesota the whole process felt personal. We got regular updates, clear instructions for pickup day, and a puppy who walked out of the crate like he owned the place.
The puppy himself is fantastic and clearly healthy — no complaints there at all. My frustration was with the timeline; pickup ended up being about a week later than we originally discussed and I had to rearrange work twice. Better up-front scheduling would have made this a five.
Flew in from Chicago and picked her up the same day. The handoff took almost an hour because they went through everything in detail rather than rushing us out the door. That care shows in the dog.
We asked a lot of questions about the parents' health history and got straight answers, including the things we should keep an eye on with the breed. That honesty sold us.
Our girl is eleven months and already the calmest dog in our neighborhood. Crate training was easy because she came home already used to one. Worth every mile of the drive.
Solid experience overall. Healthy puppy, complete paperwork, fair price. I had one stretch early on where a couple of emails went unanswered for a few days, but once we got on the phone everything was sorted immediately.
They were upfront that the puppy we originally asked about had already been reserved, then suggested another from the same litter. That second one has been perfect for us. No bait-and-switch, just honesty.
We picked up our boy last fall and he has been the easiest puppy I have ever raised. House training took about three weeks. They clearly put real work into socializing these litters.
Everything we were told on the phone matched what we saw at pickup. No surprises, no pressure, no hidden costs. He is eighteen months now and has never had a health problem.
Our vet said she was one of the healthiest puppies he had seen all year, and he noted how relaxed she was on the exam table. That says everything about how she was raised.
We had a long list of questions about the breed before committing and never once felt like we were being rushed or upsold. They actually talked us out of one puppy we were considering, which I respect.
Great dog and a professional handoff. The only downside was the deposit process felt a little slow to confirm on their end — took a few days to get the receipt. Once that was sorted, everything was smooth.
Great dog and a professional handoff. The only downside was the deposit process felt a little slow to confirm on their end — took a few days to get the receipt. Once that was sorted, everything was smooth.
Our girl Luna is a year old now and has become my constant shadow. Healthy, well-mannered and calm around our newborn. Could not have asked for a better fit.
The pickup day instructions were detailed and made everything easy — what to bring, what to expect, how to handle the first car ride. Small things like that made a big difference.
We bought our boy during a busy period and still got consistent updates. He is fourteen months, 140 pounds, and the most gentle dog in the house. No regrets.
They were honest about the puppy's personality rather than just telling us what we wanted to hear. We got the quieter one of the two we were considering and she is absolutely perfect for our apartment.
Second purchase from them in four years. Both dogs have been healthy, well-tempered and exactly as described. That kind of consistency is why we came back.
We were first-time Dane owners and a little overwhelmed by the breed. They gave us a realistic picture of what to expect — food costs, space, exercise — rather than just selling us a puppy.
Wonderful puppy and a very thorough handoff with all his records. Living in the city, I would have valued a bit more guidance on apartment-specific training early on. Not a dealbreaker — just something that could be better.
Our boy arrived healthy and confident. He was already comfortable being handled, which our groomer noticed right away. Clearly these puppies get a lot of hands-on attention.
The dog is healthy and we are happy with him. That said, the experience around pickup was disorganized — we drove a long way and waited over an hour past our appointment. I would still recommend them based on the dog alone, but the logistics need work.
Quick to answer texts, clear about pricing, and the puppy was exactly as advertised. She is ten months old and has the sweetest disposition. No hesitation recommending.
Even though we are on the other side of the country, this felt like working with a local breeder. Personal, responsive and genuinely invested in where the puppy ended up.
They matched the puppy to our family based on what we told them about our lifestyle, and they got it right. Ours is calm, affectionate and easy to train. Great judgment on their part.
No complaints about the puppy or the breeder's honesty. Delivery to our area took some coordinating and added a bit to the cost, which I wish had been clearer earlier. The dog himself is perfect.
Our vet visit went perfectly — no parasites, no issues, and the records matched exactly what the breeder gave us. He is seven months and growing like a weed.
What sold me was being able to see video of the litter with their mother rather than just a few posed photos. It felt transparent. The puppy has been exactly as described.
Our girl is two years old now and we still get asked where we got her. Healthy, beautiful and incredibly gentle. Worth the wait for the right litter.
The handoff was thorough without being pushy. They gave us the food he was on, his records, and clear instructions for the first two weeks. Made the transition easy.
Our puppy slept through the night from the fourth day. They had already started a crate routine, which saved us weeks of work. Small detail, huge difference.
They were patient with us through two rescheduled phone calls on our end and never made it awkward. Then the puppy arrived healthy and calm. Genuinely good people to work with.
The dog is wonderful — no health issues, great temperament, exactly as described. Communication was a little inconsistent in the middle stretch of the wait, though it improved a lot closer to pickup.
Simple, honest transaction. Deposit terms in writing, updates as promised, and a healthy puppy at the end of it. Our boy is a year old and the vet says he is in excellent shape.
We asked to see the mother with the puppies before committing and they were happy to arrange it. That transparency made all the difference for us. Our girl is everything we wanted.
They gave us realistic expectations about size, food cost and exercise instead of sugarcoating it. Our Dane is exactly what we prepared for, which made the first year much easier.
Our boy is the friendliest dog at the dog park and has never shown an ounce of aggression. That comes from good breeding and early socialization. Very happy customer.
Straightforward pricing, no hidden fees, and a puppy that matched his photos exactly. He is nine months old and already a hundred pounds of gentle giant.
Healthy puppy, clean handoff, all records in order. The drive from Louisiana was long and I would have liked a delivery option at the time, but the breeder was helpful in planning the trip.
They kept in touch after the sale, which almost nobody does. Checked in at one month and again at six. Our boy is healthy and we still send them photos.
We are experienced Dane owners and had specific questions about bloodlines and health history. They answered everything in detail and even followed up with additional information. Impressive knowledge.
The puppy is healthy and we love him — genuinely no complaints about the dog. The experience around it was middling: slow replies, a vague pickup window, and less communication than I expected for the price. It worked out, but it took more chasing than it should have.
Everything from the first email to pickup was organized and professional. Our girl is eleven months now, healthy and wonderfully calm with our toddler. Could not be happier.
We picked him up at eight weeks and he has been confident and friendly from day one — no fearfulness, no skittishness. That tells you a lot about early handling. Highly recommend.
Being local, we got to visit twice before pickup. Both times the puppies were clean, active and clearly comfortable with people. Our boy is now the center of our household.
Good puppy, fair price, professional handoff. The reservation confirmation took longer than I expected and I had to follow up once. After that, everything was handled well and the dog is fantastic.
Our vet commented that he rarely sees eight-week puppies this well-socialized. She settled in immediately and has been a joy. Thank you for the care you put into these litters.
They were clear about what was included and what was not, which I appreciated after reading horror stories about other breeders. Everything promised was delivered. Our boy is a year old and thriving.
They worked with our schedule for pickup and even held him an extra few days when our car broke down. Patient and kind throughout. The puppy is wonderful.
Our girl is fourteen months and has the calmest temperament of any dog I have owned. She was already comfortable with children, car rides and stairs when we got her. Excellent early socialization.
We had a great experience from the first phone call. Honest answers, no pressure, and a healthy puppy at pickup. Our boy has become my running partner and the best part of my day.
The dog is healthy and exactly as described. My only note is that I would have liked the health paperwork emailed ahead of pickup so I could review it in advance. Everything else was smooth.
Our puppy adjusted to our home much faster than we expected. She was confident, affectionate and already comfortable around normal household noise. We could tell she had been raised around people from the start.
We appreciated how straightforward everything was. Questions about the puppy, parents, health records and pickup were answered clearly. Our boy is doing great and has been healthy since day one.
Our Dane has been such an easy addition to the family. She loves our kids, gets along with our older dog and has a very relaxed personality. The temperament description we were given was accurate.
Very happy with the puppy and the information provided at pickup. Communication was good overall, although there were a couple of times I waited longer than expected for an update. The important part is that our puppy arrived healthy and prepared for home life.
We brought our girl home and she immediately acted like she belonged here. She is gentle with our children and surprisingly calm for a young dog. We are very pleased with her.
We had owned Great Danes before and knew what we were looking for. The puppy's structure, confidence and temperament stood out immediately. He has continued to develop beautifully.
Being nearby gave us the opportunity to meet our puppy before pickup. We were impressed with how comfortable all the puppies were around people. Our girl has grown into a sweet and confident dog.
We were given plenty of time to ask questions before making our decision. There was no pressure to reserve immediately. That made us much more comfortable with the process.
Our boy is now over a year old and has been healthy the entire time. He is confident around new people and very gentle with smaller dogs. We have had a great experience.
Our puppy has been wonderful and was clearly used to being around people before coming home. I would have liked a few more updates while waiting for pickup, but everything promised was provided.
The puppy was exactly what we were looking for. Calm, friendly and confident. Our veterinarian was happy with his condition and records at the first appointment.
We were nervous because this was our first giant breed. The information about feeding, exercise and growth was especially helpful. Our girl has been an amazing family dog.
Good experience from reservation through pickup. We received the paperwork we expected and the puppy was clean, active and comfortable around us from the first day.
Our puppy has such a sweet personality. She is friendly with visitors without being wild and has done very well with training. We are extremely happy with her.
We wanted a Great Dane that could grow up around our children and that is exactly what we got. He is gentle, patient and always wants to be wherever the family is.
Very pleased with our puppy. Pickup was thorough and we had everything needed to get through the first few days. Scheduling took a little coordination, but the final experience was good.
Our boy has been healthy, outgoing and easy to work with. He loves people and has never been nervous in new environments. We are very satisfied with the experience.
We received helpful information before bringing our puppy home, especially about keeping a giant breed from overdoing exercise while growing. She has been healthy and happy.
We came looking for a family companion and found exactly that. He follows the kids everywhere and has become a huge part of our daily routine. Very happy with him.
The puppy was comfortable in the car almost immediately and settled into our home quickly. She is confident without being overly energetic, which was exactly the personality we wanted.
Our Great Dane is now nearly two and continues to be healthy and even-tempered. The early socialization was obvious from the beginning. We would return for another Dane in the future.
Our puppy handled the trip home better than expected and adjusted quickly. She has been healthy, playful and very affectionate. We are happy we chose her.
Overall a good experience and an excellent puppy. Communication could have been a little faster during the waiting period, but our questions were eventually answered and pickup went smoothly.
Our girl is incredibly affectionate and has done well around everyone she meets. The transition into our home was much easier than we expected with a giant breed puppy.
We were looking for a confident male and that is exactly what we received. He is friendly, curious and easygoing in new situations. Our vet was pleased with him too.
The first few days went surprisingly well because our puppy was already familiar with a crate and normal household activity. She has been a wonderful addition to our family.
I appreciated getting straightforward answers about the breed instead of only hearing the positives. They made sure we understood the responsibility of owning a Dane before moving forward.
Our puppy has a wonderful temperament and has been healthy since coming home. She loves children and is very relaxed around our other pets.
We received exactly what we were promised. Healthy puppy, records, feeding information and a smooth handoff. He has been doing great ever since.
We love our puppy and she has been very healthy. There were a few delays getting updates while we waited, but the actual pickup and paperwork were handled well.
Our boy has grown into a big, friendly dog who thinks everyone is his best friend. We are very pleased with his temperament and health.
We wanted a calmer puppy and were guided toward the one that best matched our home. That recommendation was accurate. She is relaxed, affectionate and easy to live with.
We received regular information about our puppy and the transition home went smoothly. He has been healthy, social and easy to train.
Our girl is gentle with our children and has a very stable personality. We are especially happy with how comfortable she is around new people and places.
This was our second Great Dane, so we knew the breed well. We have been very impressed with our puppy's temperament and overall condition.
Our puppy is fantastic and we would absolutely choose her again. The only improvement I would suggest is more frequent communication during the reservation period. Everything at pickup was organized.
Healthy dog, good temperament and clear paperwork. Our vet had no concerns at the first examination. We have been very happy with the entire experience.
Our girl came home confident and curious instead of frightened. She has been easy to socialize and loves everyone she meets. We could not be happier.
Our Dane is a big dog with an incredibly gentle personality. He is healthy, social and very attached to the family. Exactly what we were hoping for.
We were nervous about arranging everything from another state, but the process was easier than expected. Our puppy has been healthy and adjusted to our family quickly.
The temperament description was very accurate. Our boy is confident and playful but settles down easily in the house. He has been a great fit.
Great puppy and a positive experience overall. We had to follow up once about scheduling, but everything was resolved and the puppy has been wonderful.
Our puppy has been healthy from the beginning and has an excellent personality. He is relaxed around people and other dogs and has been very easy to train.
We were looking for a family dog and our girl has been exactly that. She wants to be involved in everything we do and is incredibly patient with the children.
The information we received before bringing him home was practical and useful. Feeding, crate routine and exercise were all covered. It made the first few weeks much easier.
Our girl is healthy, affectionate and surprisingly graceful for such a big puppy. She settled into our routine very quickly and has been wonderful.
Our vet was pleased with the puppy and his records. He has continued to grow well and has a very stable, friendly temperament.
Very happy with the puppy. We would have appreciated more photos while waiting, but she arrived healthy and everything at handoff was handled professionally.
Our boy has been a fantastic dog. Friendly with people, good around other animals and very healthy. We are glad we made the trip for him.
She has been a gentle giant from the beginning. Our children absolutely adore her and she follows them everywhere. We are very happy with our decision.
Everything about our puppy has been consistent with what we were told before pickup. Healthy, social and confident. We have had no issues.
Our puppy adapted to our home almost immediately. She was already comfortable with household sounds, people and car rides, which made the transition much easier.
We were impressed with how calm our puppy was when he came home. He has continued to be friendly, confident and healthy. Great addition to the family.
The puppy has been excellent and healthy. There were a few times communication could have been quicker, but we always eventually received the information we needed.
Our Great Dane has been healthy and easygoing from day one. He is excellent around visitors and has been easy to train. Very satisfied.
We were given honest information about the breed and what raising a Dane puppy would involve. That helped us prepare properly and made the first months much easier.
Our girl is affectionate, gentle and very confident. She has been wonderful with our children and gets along well with our other dog.
Our puppy was in excellent condition when we brought him home and our vet had no concerns. He has continued to grow well and has a great temperament.
Our puppy came home comfortable with people and ready to explore. She has been healthy and very easy to socialize. We are extremely happy with her.
Excellent dog and good overall experience. We had one scheduling change close to pickup, but it was explained and everything worked out without a problem.
Our girl has grown into a beautiful, healthy dog with a calm personality. She is great with our family and has been easy to train.
Healthy puppy, clear paperwork and no surprises during the process. He is now over a year old and doing very well.
We were concerned about bringing a puppy such a long distance, but she handled everything well and settled into our home quickly. She has been healthy and happy.
Our Dane has a fantastic personality. Confident without being pushy, friendly with everyone and very attached to the family. We are very happy with him.
We wanted a gentle family dog and our girl has exceeded expectations. She is calm around our children and friendly with everyone she meets.
The process was straightforward and our puppy was healthy when he arrived. He has grown into a large but incredibly gentle dog.
Our puppy was comfortable with us almost immediately. She has been healthy, social and easy to work with. We are very pleased with her.
Great puppy and good experience overall. Communication slowed down a little during a busy period, but the dog arrived healthy and everything promised was included.
Our Great Dane is a wonderful family dog. She is gentle, affectionate and has been healthy since we brought her home.
We received good information before pickup and the puppy transitioned into our routine quickly. He has been healthy and has a very friendly temperament.
Our girl has been everything we hoped for. Healthy, gentle and very attached to our family. She is especially patient with our younger children.
Our puppy was healthy, confident and comfortable around people from the beginning. We have had a very positive experience.
Our puppy is fantastic and we are very happy with her. I would have liked a little more communication during the waiting period, but everything worked out well.
Our Dane has been healthy and has an excellent temperament. He loves people, does well with other dogs and has been easy to train.
Our puppy has grown into such a gentle dog. She is affectionate, relaxed in the house and wonderful around visitors. We are extremely happy.
Everything was explained clearly before we committed. The puppy was healthy at pickup and our veterinarian was pleased with his condition and records.
Our girl adjusted quickly and has been wonderful around our children. She is healthy, confident and has a very sweet personality.
We are very happy with our dog. He is large, gentle and friendly with everyone. His health has been excellent.
Our puppy is healthy and has a wonderful temperament. Communication could have been a bit more consistent, but the overall experience was positive.
Our boy is confident, social and healthy. He has fit into our household perfectly and we are very pleased with him.
Our Great Dane has been an incredible family companion. She is gentle, affectionate and very comfortable around children and other animals.
The puppy arrived healthy and adjusted to our home quickly. He is friendly, confident and has been easy to work with.
Our girl is a beautiful, healthy dog and has been very easy to train. We especially appreciate her calm temperament around our young children.
Our puppy was healthy, active and confident when we brought him home. He has continued to do very well and is a great family dog.
We are very happy with our puppy. A couple of updates took longer than expected, but the final pickup process and paperwork were handled well.
Our Dane has a wonderful temperament and has been healthy from the start. He is calm indoors and loves meeting new people.
Our puppy was clearly accustomed to people and normal household activity. She settled into our home quickly and has been a wonderful companion.
We are very pleased with our puppy's health and temperament. He has been confident and social from the beginning and has adjusted well to our family.
Our girl has been gentle, affectionate and healthy. She loves being around the family and has done very well with training.
The puppy has been excellent and we are very happy with him. The only improvement would be slightly quicker communication during the waiting period.
Our puppy has been healthy and has a lovely personality. She is friendly with everyone and settled into our home very quickly.
Healthy puppy, clear records and a very good temperament. He has been easy to socialize and is wonderful around our family.
Our girl has been an amazing dog. She is affectionate, healthy and very calm around our children. We could not have asked for a better fit.
Our puppy has been healthy, friendly and confident from the start. We are very happy with how he has developed.
Great puppy and a good overall experience. We would have appreciated a few more updates during the wait, but she arrived healthy and everything promised was included.
Our Dane is a big, gentle dog with an excellent temperament. He has been healthy and is wonderful around our family.
Our puppy adapted to our home quickly and has been very healthy. She is friendly, calm and loves being around the family.
Everything went smoothly and our puppy has been healthy and confident. Our veterinarian was pleased with his records and condition.
Our girl has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is gentle with the children, healthy and very affectionate.
Our puppy has been healthy and has a great personality. He is relaxed around new people and has been easy to train.
Our Dane is healthy, affectionate and wonderful around our family. She has been easy to socialize and loves meeting people.
We are very happy with our dog. Communication was a little slow at one point, but the puppy was healthy and the final process was handled professionally.
Our girl has been a healthy and loving dog from the beginning. She is calm in the house and very friendly with everyone.
Our Dane has been healthy, confident and easygoing. He adjusted to our home quickly and has been a great family companion.