Texas Gentle Giants

Texas Gentle Giants Texas Gentle Giants

Founded in 2024, we’re dedicated to sharing the beauty and spirit of AKC Registered Great Danes. Proud OFA Members

Our pups are DNA tested to support healthy, happy lives.

Well friends... it's starting to get a little emotional around here.In just a few short days, and for some of these babi...
08/07/2026

Well friends... it's starting to get a little emotional around here.

In just a few short days, and for some of these babies, just a few short hours, my house is going to get a whole lot quieter. When these puppies were born on June 17th, the days felt long, the laundry was endless, and I wasn't sure how I'd keep up with all of the energy, chaos, and puppy kisses that came with a litter this size.
Now, somehow, they're heading off to their forever homes.

Don't get me wrong... I'm very excited about retiring my kennel-cleaning duties for a while, and I absolutely cannot wait to sleep past sunrise again. 😂 But the truth is, these beautiful baby giants have filled my home with so much love, laughter, and joy that it's hard to imagine them not being here.

Every morning started with wagging tails and eager faces. Every evening ended with puppy piles, belly rubs, and more kisses than anyone could ever ask for. I've watched their little personalities emerge, celebrated every milestone, and poured my heart into helping them grow into the amazing companions they're becoming.

To all of the families who are welcoming one of my Gentle Giants into your homes: thank you. Thank you for trusting me, loving them already, and giving them the lives they deserve. While I'll miss them terribly, there is no greater reward than knowing they're heading to families who can't wait to spoil them.

For now, I'm soaking up every last cuddle, every goofy moment, and every puppy kiss before they begin their next adventure.

While I'll definitely enjoy a break from puppy duty, I already know I'm going to miss hearing little paws running across the floor, finding puppies piled under the patio table, and being greeted by nine happy faces every time I walk into the room.

These babies may be leaving my home, but they'll always have a piece of my heart.
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08/05/2026

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Spa Day at Texas Gentle Giants 🛁🐾This weekend was the puppies' very first tubby!The babies got all cleaned up, scrubbed ...
08/05/2026

Spa Day at Texas Gentle Giants 🛁🐾

This weekend was the puppies' very first tubby!

The babies got all cleaned up, scrubbed down, and fluffed up while Mika took her self-appointed supervisory role very seriously. Whether we needed the help or not is still up for debate. 🤣

After all that hard work (mostly standing in water and looking adorable), the puppies decided they had completely exhausted themselves. One by one, they wandered off and collapsed under the table for what appeared to be a very important group nap.

I'd say bath day was a success.

Clean puppies ✅
Quality control by Mika ✅
Tiny puppy pile under the table ✅

Being a puppy is hard work, y'all. 💙

🐾 Big Day for the Texas Gentle Giants Crew! 🐾Today these little nuggets tackled a whole list of milestones like absolute...
07/29/2026

🐾 Big Day for the Texas Gentle Giants Crew! 🐾

Today these little nuggets tackled a whole list of milestones like absolute champions! 💪

✅ First vaccinations
✅ Microchips
✅ Deworming
✅ Full health exams
✅ Nails trimmed

And do you know how many tears were shed?

Not. A. Single. One. ❤️

These babies were wheeled into the vet's office, charmed every staff member they met, collected plenty of snuggles, and handled everything like the brave little Great Danes they're growing up to be.

As a breeder, days like today make me incredibly proud. Watching them grow from tiny newborns into healthy, confident, happy puppies is such a rewarding experience.

They continue to impress me with their sweet temperaments, curiosity, and resilience. This little is a little shyer than I'd like and we're working on that!

I'd say they earned some extra cuddles and a few well-deserved puppy naps this afternoon. 🥰

Way to go, babies! Mom and Dad would be proud. 🐶❤️

Ps. A HUGE shout out to the amazing team at Southern Haven...you all are AMAZING!

🚨 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨If you click on a puppy advertisement and then click the button that says "Send Message",...
07/26/2026

🚨 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

If you click on a puppy advertisement and then click the button that says "Send Message", or touch the advertisement pictures, there is a reasonable chance that a message may be sent.

We understand this can be a shocking development.

Please remain calm.

The puppies have been notified and are monitoring the situation closely.

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💙 A Heartfelt Thank You From Texas Gentle Giants 💙When this litter arrived on June 17th, I have to be honest—I was not p...
07/25/2026

💙 A Heartfelt Thank You From Texas Gentle Giants 💙

When this litter arrived on June 17th, I have to be honest—I was not prepared to welcome nine puppies into the world! The excitement was quickly followed by one very daunting thought: *How on earth am I going to find the perfect home for every one of these babies?

Fast forward a few weeks, and thanks to a whole lot of patience, countless messages, late-night conversations, photos, videos, and updates, we did it.

Our Gentle Giants are heading off to amazing families all across the country—from Texas to New York to Florida—and I couldn't be more grateful.

To every family who reached out with kindness, communicated respectfully, asked thoughtful questions, and trusted us with one of our babies: Thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for trusting Texas Gentle Giants. We are incredibly humbled and honored that you chose one of our puppies to become a member of your family.

The last few weeks have been an absolute whirlwind, but they've also been AMAZING. Watching these puppies find their forever homes has been one of the most rewarding experiences imaginable.

Beginning August 12th, these little ones will start meeting their forever families, and I honestly cannot wait to see the smiles, the happy tears, and the beginning of so many wonderful adventures. And don't worry—we'll be sharing plenty of photos along the way!

If you had your eye on one of our puppies but didn't reach out in time, don't be discouraged. We'd love to hear from you. Feel free to request an application and we'll be happy to add you to our contact list for future litters.

Thank you again to every family who has supported us, trusted us, and become part of the Texas Gentle Giants family. We appreciate you more than words can say. ❤️

— John Mark Strahan & the Texas Gentle Giants Family

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🎉🐾 Ernie is Florida Bound! 🐾🎉Congratulations to Tiffany Gilbert and family on welcoming Ernie into his forever home! ❤️T...
07/24/2026

🎉🐾 Ernie is Florida Bound! 🐾🎉

Congratulations to Tiffany Gilbert and family on welcoming Ernie into his forever home! ❤️

This handsome boy is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, road-tripping from Texas to Florida alongside his brothers August and Peanut and our amazing courier, Wendy. Three Great Dane puppies, thousands of miles, and countless memories waiting to happen!

Ernie, we couldn't be happier for you. Your family is waiting, and we know you're about to be loved beyond measure.

Safe travels, little man. Florida has no idea what's coming. 🌴🐾❤️

🚨 Official Report: Seth Failed His Secret-Keeping Test. 🚨For hours and hours, Seth worked behind the scenes to surprise ...
07/24/2026

🚨 Official Report: Seth Failed His Secret-Keeping Test. 🚨

For hours and hours, Seth worked behind the scenes to surprise his fiancée with Vinny, our black Great Dane puppy for her birthday later in August. He even enlisted his mother as his undercover communications specialist so there'd be no chance of getting caught discussing puppies.

Everything was planned perfectly. Pickup in East Texas at the Giant Compound was scheduled. We. Were. Set. To. Surprise!

Then his fiancée got home from work.

Two hours later, the secret was out. 😂

Fortunately, she was absolutely thrilled, and Vinny has landed in an amazing forever home here in Texas. We couldn't be happier for all of them.

Congratulations to the happy couple—and to Seth's mom Lisa, who successfully did her part in the operation. 😆🖤🐾

🐾 Sterling Has Found His Forever Home! 🐾We are so excited to announce that Sterling has found his forever family and is ...
07/24/2026

🐾 Sterling Has Found His Forever Home! 🐾

We are so excited to announce that Sterling has found his forever family and is headed to Alabama! 💙

This sweet boy is about to begin a new chapter filled with love, adventures, and more attention than he could ever imagine. While we can't share all the details just yet, we have a feeling Sterling is arriving at exactly the right home, at exactly the right time.

One thing is for certain—someone is gaining a loyal companion, a constant shadow, a couch-loving cuddle buddy, and a best friend who will always be there to greet them with a wagging tail and a happy heart. 🐾

From us at Texas Gentle Giants, congratulations to Sterling and his new family. We can't wait to watch this handsome boy grow and thrive.

Ohhhh, I'm gonna have fun over there! 😎💙

Alabama is getting one very special Gentle Giant.

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🎉 Happy Anniversary, Yarbrough Family! 🎉We are so excited to announce that Virgil Ray has found his forever home! ❤️This...
07/24/2026

🎉 Happy Anniversary, Yarbrough Family! 🎉

We are so excited to announce that Virgil Ray has found his forever home! ❤️

This handsome little fawn boy is staying put here in Texas with the Yarbrough family as a very special anniversary gift, and we honestly couldn't think of a better way to celebrate a love story than by adding some Gentle Giant Love to the family. 🐾

Virgil Ray has been such a sweet, easygoing puppy, and we know he is going to be loved beyond measure. Watching these puppies find incredible homes is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do, and this placement feels especially perfect.

Please join us in congratulating the Yarbrough family on their newest family member and wishing them many years of happiness, adventures, and slobbery Great Dane kisses together!

Another puppy placed in a wonderful home... and now we're down to just 3 puppies remaining looking for their forever families. 🏡💙

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