Z & T Danes

01/01/2026

I wanted to share this out of love and awareness.

We recently lost our Great Dane, Ace, unexpectedly at 9½ years old to a cancer of the spleen (hemangiosarcoma). We had absolutely no idea it was there. He had regular yearly exams and bloodwork, and nothing ever showed up.

Unfortunately, this type of cancer can grow silently for months without symptoms. In Ace’s case, the first sign was when his spleen ruptured, and by then the cancer had already spread to his liver. It was too late to save him.

I’m sharing this because we wish we had known this cancer even existed. If awareness helps even one dog be diagnosed earlier, then Ace’s story matters. For higher-risk breeds like Great Danes, some owners choose additional diagnostics later in life, such as abdominal ultrasounds, since routine bloodwork often does not detect this disease.

There is no way to predict or prevent it, but knowing the signs and options may help others make informed decisions as their dogs age.

12/31/2025

Yesterday we lost our sweet Ace, suddenly and far too soon. Our best friend, our protector, our comforter, and Skylar’s best friend. We truly don’t know how to do life without you.

You were Ace, Acearoni, Acer, BaeBoo, Buberi, Sweet Boy, Buba, but most of all, you were our best friend. You were the dog Zane and I got when we first met, the one who grew up with us through college, nursing school, our engagement, our first home, and finally our forever home. You were with us through infertility, IVF, and my pregnancy. We believed with all our hearts you would meet Haven. That wasn’t God’s plan, and I may never understand it but I trust that maybe He sent you ahead to help make the way for her. I know you’ll be her guardian angel.

Letting you go was the hardest decision we’ve ever made. We woke up this morning hoping it was all a nightmare, hoping to see your head by the bed waiting to go outside. Instead, there are reminders of you everywhere: your hair, your paw prints, slobber on the windows. I would give anything for one more day with you. I’m so thankful you spent your last day doing what you loved most riding, exploring, and playing with Zane. I’ll forever kick myself for not going on that last ride.

For 9½ years, it was a privilege to be your mom and dad. There will never be another dog like you. We’ll miss your calm, gentle spirit, your big bark, your brown eyes, your goofy lip stuck on your tooth, following us everywhere, even to the bathroom. You taught me how to be a mom and Zane how to be a dad, and we are forever grateful.

Run free, sweet boy. We know you’re at the gates of heaven, eating all the treats, and we can’t wait to see you again someday. 🤍🐾

08/18/2023

07/24/2023

Still some adorable babies left! Message On The Prairie Danes for more info!

07/10/2023

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07/09/2023

They still have pups available if you are wanting to add a new baby to the family 💗🐶

07/03/2023

Just a few pups left! Claim them before they’re taken 💗🐶

06/26/2023

Beautiful grand pups from Ace and Skylar available! Go check out ➡️ On The Prairie Danes💗 They have a beautiful color selection!