Great Dane Dogs Available for Adoption in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Meet Delta — a 2 year old, 122 lb Great Dane with a giant frame, a giant heart, and a wonderfully pure spirit!

Quick Facts:
Name: Delta
Breed: Great Dane
Age: 2 years old
Weight: 122 lbs.
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes (loves to play!)
Good with Cats: Yes
Good with Kids: Only older, teenage kids due to her size
Energy Level: Medium - High
Fence Required: Yes

About Delta’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Delta is a Great Dane breed. Great Danes are known as gentle giants — affectionate, social, and deeply loyal dogs who love being close to their people. Despite their massive size, they’re typically calm, friendly, and easygoing, with a playful streak that shows up in zoomies and goofy antics. They thrive on companionship and often think they’re lap dogs, leaning in for affection whenever they can.

Their ideal home is one with plenty of space, consistent exercise, and lots of human interaction. Because of their size and energy needs, a fenced yard is often important, along with a family familiar with large breed care. Great Danes do best in homes that can offer structure, gentle training, and the time and attention they crave. With the right environment, they become incredibly loving, loyal, and wonderfully charming companions.

What to Love about Delta:
Delta is social, affectionate, and loves making friends with both dogs and cats. She’s playful and silly, especially when she gets the zoomies in the backyard or when she’s squeaking her favorite toys! And when she’s not playing, she’s a total cuddle bug who loves nothing more than leaning in for affection.

Delta is a big fan of car rides — especially when she can stick her head out the window or sunroof to feel the breeze. She’s great on a leash, an easygoing playmate, and has excellent house manners. She’s potty trained, crate trained, and can be trusted loose in the house when you’re away. Her only fear? Vacuum cleaners — they’re her sworn enemy.

Her ideal home is one with plenty of affection, attention, and room to run. A fenced yard is a must for her size and energy level. She’d do well as an only dog or with another friendly dog, and she’d thrive with a family familiar with Great Danes or large breed dogs. Delta has medium high energy and needs regular exercise and stimulation to stay happy. She’s wonderful with adults but needs an adult only home or one with older kids, as she’s a large breed dog and may be too big for small children.

Delta is an all-around amazing girl — loving, playful, social, and ready to bring joy to her forever family. She can’t wait to find her perfect home and live her best, big dog life!

Delta’s Delightful Highlights:
• 2 years old, 122 lb Great Dane with a sweet, social, and playful nature
• Gets along wonderfully with both dogs and cats
• Loves squeaky balls, backyard zoomies, and cuddling with her humans
• Absolutely adores car rides, especially with her head out the window or sunroof
• Medium high energy and needs plenty of exercise, stimulation, and room to run
• Great on a leash, easygoing with other dogs, and an all around fun playmate
• Potty trained, crate trained, and has excellent house manners when left alone
• Needs an adult only home, or one with teenagers/older kids
• Ideal home includes a fenced yard and a family familiar with Great Danes or large breeds
• Affectionate, loyal, and ready to find her perfect forever family who will love her big heart and big personality

Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!

The Great Dane is a majestic and gentle giant known for its impressive size and friendly demeanor. With roots dating back to ancient times, this breed is valued for its noble appearance and loyal temperament. Great Danes are known to be excellent family companions, often forming strong bonds with their owners. Despite their intimidating stature, they are generally gentle and affectionate, making them great pets for families of all sizes. Their easygoing nature and playful personality make them a popular choice for those seeking a loving and regal companion.

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