06/19/2026
Dogs name : Cove
Location : Ohio
Age : 5 years (Born Feb 2021)
Female
Breed : Great Dane Merle
Estimated weight : 100lbs (maybe)
Did you get the dog as a puppy or adult : Puppy, ex husband brought her home from a pet
store.
Has the dog had any formal training with a trainer : No
Good with kids : Yes, she doesn’t realize her size, so probably not small children. My son was 5 but respected her space. So we never had issues.
Good with strangers : yes once introductions are made.
Good with chickens/ farm animals? : Never been exposed to them. I’m not sure.
Good with dogs of all sizes and gender? :
She wasn’t exposed to other dogs other than 1 neighbor female German Shepard. She does not seem to like other dogs has showed signs of aggression.
What breeds has the dog been around and were they male or female? :
Male Great Dane (didn’t go well, she
growled and lunged)
Female German Sheppard (neighbor for years and playmate)
Good with cats? would not recommend.
What does the dog enjoy? : She enjoys walks, going on the beach, long car rides, just being wherever you are. Trying new treats. Just being a house dog laying around and watching tv.
What does the dog dislike? : Being separated by her owner. She shows signs of separation anxiety.
Crate trained? : Yes
house trained? : Yes
leash trained? : Yes
Doggy door trained? : Never had one
Does the dog know specific commands if so what commands? : She knows down, sit, working in stay, leave it, and heel. She definitely knows No! She’s sometimes goes potty on command.
Does the dog have any issues with health: No, but seems to be picky with food, she skips Meals. Doesn’t appear to be hungry.
Are vet records available? :
Moved from California military housing and had to leave a lot behind
Is there agression?
She seems-to not like other dogs or cats
Bites to people: None
Are there any triggers/ issues we need to monitor? She is hesitant to strangers, probably not good with dogs or cats. Preferably needs to be the only pet unfortunately.
She was in a 1 pet household for her whole life.
Food aggression? Respected her space and never tested. So I’m not sure!
Guard toys? No not that I’ve seen. Not really into toys.
Was the dog in an abusive situation and if so how? Verbally, physically,neglected?
Yes, quite a bit honestly, verbal and physical. I think this is why she is so
protective and guarded.
Has the dog been socialized in public
Yes, but not in large crowds. She is hesitant to strangers.
Food Allergies? No
Environmental Allergies? No
Does the dog enjoy car rides? She loves them!
Does the dog get car sick? No
Is there any anxiety if so what causes the anxiety:
She doesn’t like being separated from
you.
Where does the dog normally sleep:
In her doggie bed.
How long does the dog go between potty breaks:
Every 2-4 hours. She will let you know when she has to go out.
What food does the dog normally eat ? :
Purina large breed pro plan.
What are you sending with the dog:
She has a large metal dog kennel, 2 dog beds, 2 collars, 2 harness, a toy or 2, 2 dog bowls.
Do you have a fenced yard or walk the dog to potty:
I had a fenced in yard she went on frequent walks. When she is told to go potty, she often goes on
command.
Do you have steps and can the dog maneuver them:
She’s only lived in a single floor plan.
She needs reassurance around stairs to go up and down.
Why is the dog being rehomed?
I have left an abusive marriage and
moved my son and I back home with family, but my family is allergic to dogs (hives and hospitalization). I have tried to arrange other family friends to watch her but they have lots of pets and she has shown brief interactions of aggression and cannot be housed with them. I don’t have anyone to take her while I get settled and back on my feet post divorce. And this is my last option. As I cannot afford to keep her in hotels and she can’t currently be in the home with me. I don’t want to take her to a shelter, so I’m hoping a Great Dane rescue can help us and give her the care she deserves.
What do you feel would be a perfect home for the dog?
A single pet home, or with older children that are respectful of a pets space. Maybe a fenced in yard, as she is strong. But she does fine on walks.
That was our home situation. I suppose that is what she is used to and comfortable with, but maybe with experienced Great Dane trainers she could do better with more exposure.
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