Great Alaskan Danes

Cynthia D.

Breeder of Great Danes

Meet the breeder

I'm Cynthia D., the breeder behind Great Alaskan Danes located in Soldotna, AK. Our goal is to preserve the classic Great Dane breed according to the written standards. We put a lot into conformation while understanding health and temperament are most important. We thoroughly health test all of our dogs and follow the health of their offspring. Our puppies are raised in our home with lots of early sensory stimulation and socialization. We raise healthy confident and outgoing dogs that are happy participating in many sports as well as snuggling up on the sofa with you.

Q. & A. with Cynthia

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We wanted to preserve the classic Great Dane as described in the standard. We carefully evaluate appearance and structure, keeping health and temperament as our primary goals. All dogs are fully health tested and participate in the CHIC program.
  • What makes your program special?

    We have studied Puppy Culture and are members of Avidog Breeder College. Our puppies' mental development is a primary consideration from before we breed, to how we treat our pregnant dam, to early sensory stimulation beginning at just 3 days old and more!
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include brindle and fawn. 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.

Getting a puppy from Cynthia

Cynthia has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes deworming, first shots, vet check, socialization, beginning potty training, microchip, AKC registration and health guarantee. We don’t ask for a deposit until pregnancy has been confirmed and you have been approved for a puppy. If for some reason we do not have an appropriate puppy for you the deposit will be refunded or applied to the next litter at your discretion.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cynthia 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 Cynthia 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 Cynthia 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Soldotna, AK

3384 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ted Stevens Anchorage Airport

3342 miles away

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More about Cynthia

  • Club memberships

    Cynthia is a member of Kenai Kennel Club, Great Dane Club of Mat Su , and The Great Dane Club of America, Inc..

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

    Cynthia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Cynthia’s links

Cynthia is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Great Alaskan Danes 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Great Alaskan Danes 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.