Hades - Great Dane Dog for Adoption in Pensacola, Florida

FOSTERED IN JACKSONVILLE
FENCE REQUIRED

Meet Hades!

Hades is an approximately 1-year-old Great Dane who is currently being fostered in Jacksonville, Florida. His story started when he was found running along a busy highway, underweight and dangerously hot. He completed the mandatory stray hold for the Jacksonville Animal Shelter, but sadly, no one ever came looking for him. Hades was never reclaimed, and that is when his journey with Northwest Florida Great Dane Rescue began.

Despite everything he has been through, Hades is an absolute joy to be around. He is incredibly sweet, gentle, intelligent and eager to learn. He gets along with every adult he has met and has done very well with his foster mom's Labrador, showing no signs of dog reactivity so far.

Hades is still very much a puppy, so he has plenty of energy and some typical puppy behaviors like jumping and mouthing. The good news is that he is easily redirected and eager to learn. He loves playing fetch in the afternoons and has plenty of energy when he wants to play, but he also has days where he is perfectly content to curl up next to you for a nap. We have a feeling that once he grows out of the puppy stage, this energetic boy is going to reveal his inner couch potato.

He is potty trained, has excellent recall and is surprisingly good on a leash. He does not pull and walks beautifully. He has been free-roaming in the house while his foster is home and has done very well when left alone in a smaller area.

Hades is very people-oriented and wants to be near his humans. He has some separation anxiety and will bark if he knows you are home but can't get to you, so his family will need to continue working with him on being comfortable when separated from them.

Hades is NOT good with children, so he needs an adult-only home. He also has a tendency to chase cats and squirrels, so a home without cats or other small animals would be best.

A fenced-in yard is required for Hades. He loves having room to run and play, and a secure yard will be especially important as he continues to grow and mature.

Hades is getting neutered this week and will be ready for adoption shortly after he recovers from surgery. He is already fully vaccinated, microchipped and heartworm negative. He has no known medical issues at this time.

Hades had a rough start to life, but you would never know it from meeting him. He is sweet, affectionate, playful, smart and eager to please. He deserves a family who will give him the structure, patience and love he needs to grow into the incredible adult Dane we know he can be.

Hades is fostered in Jacksonville, Florida and is ready to find his forever family. His adoption fee is $400. To apply to adopt Hades, please go to www.nwflgdr.com/adopt to read over the adoption requirements before applying.

Please note: NWFLGDR does not transport. All approved adopters are required to pick up the dane in person from his or her foster home.

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.

Northwest Florida Great Dane Rescue (NWFLGDR) is group of volunteers who devote their time and energy rescuing Danes from shelters,...