Gentle Giant Danes, LLC
- Garner, NC
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Lori R., the breeder behind Gentle Giant Danes, LLC located in Garner, NC. We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health! Our love for our dogs pushed us to begin breeding. We love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others.
Q. & A. with Lori
Why did you start breeding?
It was a natural progression from dog owner to breeder. I wanted to bring the joy of Danes to others and I thought this would be the most effective way to do just that.What makes your program special?
Our puppies grow up in our house with our other dogs and us. They are exposed to our family and don't grow up in a small crate. We play with the puppies daily and keep a close eye on their development.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Concrete Rose
Went homeFemale
Lilac
Went homeFemale
Tonka
Went homeMale
Indigo
Went homeFemale
Ivy
Went homeFemale
Ember
Went homeFemale
Danger
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lori
Lori 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, Lori partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“The price includes AKC pet registration, Microchipping, dew claw removal, and 1st vaccines. Deposit is non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori 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
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lori.
Breeder's location
Meet in Garner, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
More about Lori
Lori has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gentle Giant Danes, LLC 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
Parent dogs
Harley, mom
Great Dane
About Harley
Harley is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Romulus, dad
Great Dane
About Romulus
Romulus is a male Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Fiona, mom
Great Dane
About Fiona
Fiona is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Great level
Gentle Giant Danes, LLC 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lori to bring home their puppies.
Sofia P.
Verified owner · Mar. 2026
I had a wonderful experience with Lori from Gentle Giant Danes, LLC. They were incredibly kind, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire process of bringing home my Great Dane, Tonka. You can truly tell how much they cares about their dogs and the families they go to. I’m so grateful to Lori for helping me find my forever companion. Highly recommend!
