Shaggy is a 7 to 8-year-old Great Dane with a laid-back personality and a heart of gold. He came into rescue after years of neglect and has settled into home life beautifully. Shaggy is a dream to live with; he's great with people, kids, and other dogs of all sizes. He's a social butterfly who loves lounging on the couch, hanging out with his people, and is affectionately known for giving hugs by resting his head on your shoulder and leaning into you. He still has playful moments and enjoys a good zoomie session, sometimes even outlasting the younger dogs. Shaggy is well-mannered and has free roam of the house without being destructive. He is house-trained and does best with access to a doggie door, as he drinks and urinates frequently. He listens well, knows basic commands, walks great on a leash, and has excellent recall.
Ideal Home
Shaggy would do best in a home where he has companionship, either from another dog or from people who are home often, as he clearly enjoys having company. He would thrive in a home that appreciates a calm, affectionate, easygoing dog who still has just enough playful energy to keep things fun. He is not food aggressive but prefers to eat without other dogs in his space. The only times he has ever growled were if another dog approached him while eating or startled him while sleeping, which is manageable with basic awareness.
Ongoing Health
Shaggy has some age-related quirks, including joint stiffness and a hygroma. He also drinks and urinates more than average and may occasionally leak urine while sleeping, so a washable cover or mattress protector is helpful. He has been fully evaluated for urinary tract infections, urinary crystals, and Addison’s disease, and all tests have come back negative. At this point, his urinary issues are believed to be age-related and muscle-related. None of this slows him down much, and he continues to enjoy a relaxed, happy routine. He weighs about 115 pounds, is heartworm negative, and is up to date on care.
Training & Support
Shaggy is well-mannered, house-trained, and has never been destructive. He knows basic commands, walks well on a leash, and has excellent recall. With basic awareness, his occasional growls when startled while sleeping or if another dog approaches him while he is eating are very manageable.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You can read over the adoption requirements before applying to adopt Shaggy at www.nwflgdr.com/adopt.
Transporation
Shaggy is currently being fostered in Pace, FL. NWFLGDR does not transport, so all approved adopters are required to pick up the dog in person from his foster home.
