Allen’s Ridge Ranch

Susan A.

Breeder of Great Danes

  • Greenville, SC
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Big Boy Blue

Ready June 5

2 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Susan A., the breeder behind Allen’s Ridge Ranch located in Greenville, SC. We are lifelong animal enthusiasts. Our passion is poured into every aspect of our breeding program. We adore the traditional colors but specialize in the specialty colors of lilac (AKC silver), Chocolate and Tanpoints in Solids, Pie, Mantle, Harlequin, and Merle. Dad and mom are the perfect combination of Euro/American so pups will not be too heavy Euro that often have excessive drooling , droopy eyes and not too sleek, or small structured American. These will be magnificent pups, raised with lots of love/attention in our home. Our babies really are our children and are exposed to touch, human companionship, and love from the moment they are born. Puppies cannot see or hear for 2 to 3 weeks. Their sense of smell is the means of survival. We also provide them with Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) on days 3-16. This is the point for rapid neurological development. These are 5 brief exercises researched and developed by the military to train their military support dogs. This program enhances immune system, gives a lifelong better stress reaction, and overall better health. It is endorsed by the AKC. We breed very carefully for health, good temperament, conformation and color. We have over15 years experience to offer you help. We are certified members of Good Dog, as you know, a highly respected organization. Shots, worming UTD, dews removed. We also do anti coccidia tax and Kennel cough prevention vaccine. We believe that these additional medications are very important. The specialty colors cost more..such as lilac and chocolate tanpoints. We do a FaceTime interview before the puppy comes home. We start basic puppy training, leash training, water training and they are are doggy door and potty training started. There is a contract with return clause and 2 yr genetic health guarantee with limited AKC registration. Pics on FB-Allens Ridge Ranch.

Q. & A. with Susan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Tom is a medical PhD, Masters in Zoology and I am a nurse. We continuously study genetics of Danes. We have over 15 years of breeding healthy, happy puppies and this is our way to give back to the breed and the families. We are proud to see our dogs and puppies shine. We frequently are sought out to help guide newer breeders facing the challenges of breeding large breed dogs with large litters.

  • What makes your program special?

    Each puppy is greatly loved by us! We ensure they are socialized, healthy, and prepared to excel in their forever homes. Our dogs are bred for those specifics, and we take pride in our breeding program. We are very proud to be breeding these incredible Great Danes.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include silver, mantle merle, chocolate, fawn, blue, harlequin, mantle, and merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Susan

Susan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Susan partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care that match a puppy with the right family. We do an initial FaceTime for you to meet us and the Dane momma and babies. We show you around our birthing “palace” where I live with the babies and mom the first week. I send weekly photos, pan or videos of your baby and the whole litter for you to see them at play, learning to nurse, eat first puppy much, and find the potty are. You will have a library of your babies life from their beginning.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $600 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes the guarantee, AKC Pet (Limited) Litter registration, shots include first pup shot, kennel cough, anti coccidia tx, worming, dews removed, vet health checked and health certificate when needed. Deposit is non refundable. We like to do a FaceTime for you to see the puppy before you place a deposit. We are not able to place a puppy without the deposit first.”

Contract & health guarantee

Susan may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Susan offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Susan directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Susan.

Breeder's location

Meet in Greenville, SC

4446 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Greenville–Spartanburg Airport (Roger Milliken Field)

4455 miles away

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Meet in Landrum, SC

4440 miles away

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More about Susan

  • Susan has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Susan’s links

Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Allen’s Ridge Ranch meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Allen’s Ridge Ranch reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Great Danes.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • DNA Repository, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Agouti DNA Test

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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