St. Michael's Danes
- Sacramento, CA ·
Meet the breeder
I'm Michael V., the breeder behind St. Michael's Danes located in Sacramento, CA. We are dedicated to preserving and improving the Great Dane through responsible breeding practices, careful planning and a lifelong commitment to every puppy we produce Our breeding dogs receive comprehensive veterinary care appropriate health testing to help reduce the risk of inherited diseases.
Q. & A. with Michael
Why did you start breeding?
For the love of Great Danes.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are family. Raised, trained and live with us in our home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and white and blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Michael
Michael 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.
Michael partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“Once temperaments can be seen, I will address buyers on the deposit list in order, doing temperament evaluations and start matching puppies to homes.”
Price
“Prices range for home only pets to full registration for show/breeders to approved homes. A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the puppy in question. Deposits secure the buyers puppy/pick until final payment is made before receiving puppy. Selection is 1st come 1st serve.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael 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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michael.
Breeder's location
Meet in Sacramento, CA
5600 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
5598 miles away
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Meet in Sacramento, CA
5602 miles away
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More about Michael
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs).
Michael has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Michael was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Michael’s links
Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder
St. Michael's 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
Argento, dad
Great Dane
About Argento
Argento is a male Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michael decided to make him part of their program. Michael 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.
Harley, mom
Great Dane
About Harley
Harley is the heart of our kennel and the foundation of our breeding program. She displays the strength, elegance and gentle temperament that make Great Danes such an incredible breed.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
St. Michael's 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), Vet Wellness Exam
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.
