07/28/2026
Sometimes I have to slow down and remember why we do what we do.
Today was one of those days.
In the middle of all the chaos of answering puppy inquiries, finalizing homes, and coordinating pickup logistics, I received some updated pictures of Quinn from our very first litter. For those of you who have followed us from the beginning, Quinn is Rhaego’s brother. As their second birthday approaches, his mom reached out with an update because she knows how much we love watching these babies grow.
I also asked if she had any feedback she could give us to help continue improving our line and breeding program. Her opinion is one I value tremendously because Quinn is the ninth Great Dane she’s owned over the years. She has a wealth of experience with the breed, so hearing her thoughts means a lot to us. With her permission, I’m sharing her response exactly as she wrote it:
“He is the first male we didn’t neuter at 6 mos. He is truly the most confident, fearless, athletic and competitive Dane we ever had. Very high maintenance, and demands attention. He is not affectionate, but very playful. One thing he does that is hilarious is he wants to be helpful. Ex: my husb is digging holes to plant trees, he will jump in the hole and help dig. We are emptying the leaf sucker with a rake, he’ll jump into the box, and begin to empty the leaves with his feet, leaves flying in the air behind him. My son is pulling cattails out of the pond, he’ll dive in and pull the weeds and take them to the bank. He’s an excellent swimmer. He’ll pick up sticks and put them on the trailer. He’s a nut. He is a picky eater. He eats very clean. Doesn’t like wet or mushy food. Is very regular in bowels. Has never pottied in the house, not even as a puppy. And has never chewed or destroyed anything. His back feet are a little strange. As a puppy, they looked more like flippers. Two middle toes much longer than the two outer toes. But doesn’t affect his ability to walk, run, or jump. I’m not happy about the red eyes, but oh well. Most people are freaked out about it. Makes him look bad-a**. His body structure is very good. And he is very strong. He has so many amazing traits. Most importantly, I pity the fool who would ever try to cross us or cause us harm. Quinn would be on them! We're very happy! “
Watching these babies grow into the dogs they’re meant to be is one of the greatest blessings of being a breeder. Every update, every picture, and every story reminds us that we’re not just raising puppies—we’re helping raise lifelong companions and becoming a small part of each family’s story.
To Quinn’s family, thank you for loving him so well and for taking the time to share his journey with us. It truly means more than you’ll ever know. We can’t wait to continue watching all these babies grow. 🖤🐾
