12/30/2025
This is a courtesy post.
Austin, TX.
Hugh is a stunning 3-year-old, 120lb neutered male merle Great Dane who turns heads everywhere he goes. He was found as a stray in San Antonio and he was taken to the shelter. He had Demodex mange, so he was put on the euthanasia list. Luckily PPip's Rescue Pack Foster Grouppulled him out of the shelter and he was provided the vet care he needed. Huge was adopted to a family out of state, but unfortunately it did not work out and Huge is now back at his foster home in Pflugerville.
Huge is a happy playful goof ball who loves to explore, romp around, and be near his people. He’s dog-friendly and enjoys playing with other pups. There are no issues in his current foster home, but we became aware that Huge can get stressed around people he does not know, mostly men. His lack of trust of men is probably due something that happened to him in the past. It’s obvious that Hugh has been through a lot. His behavior and physical condition are consistent with a history of neglect, and possibly abuse. When going to a new place, he needs time to decompress and feel secure in his environment. Once he gets settled, you get to see the happy, goofy, playful loving dog that he is.
Hugh’s ideal home would be with 1–2 adults max and no small children, due to his size, enthusiasm, and need for slow, thoughtful acclimation. He’s looking for a very low–foot traffic household. Need to have a home with a fenced yard and another well-balanced, confident dog. Having his own dedicated space or room for his crate and decompression time is important so he can settle in at his own pace.
It’s also important to note that Hugh does have a bite history, which his foster will be happy to discuss openly. He adores his current foster mom and dad and has had zero issues with them, but a home that can manage stress, provide structure, and truly set him up for success is a must. Hugh will need a very special, experienced home within a 60-mile radius of Austin.
If you’re looking for a loyal, playful, and endlessly entertaining companion, Hugh is your guy. He’s a gentle giant with a huge heart, ready to soak up love and return it tenfold.
Link to adoption application: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/PRP/Dog
