Symmetry Danes
Meet the breeder
I'm Barb B., the breeder behind Symmetry Danes located in Fort Worth, TX. Our kennel name "Symmetry" was chosen because we believe dogs should be well balanced mentally and physically, and because we compete in both conformation and performance. We raise top-quality puppies that have potential to exceed in show and as the best family companions.
Q. & A. with Barb
Why did you start breeding?
I've had Danes for 30+ years, and started out by showing in Obedience and later Conformation, Agility and Rally as a fun activity. Eventually we started breeding as a way to continue the Great Dane bloodline with proper breed type including temperament, conformation, athleticism, and trainability.What makes your program special?
Our focus is to produce the best dogs of the highest quality so that other families can also enjoy the love of a Great Dane. We are sure to not only produce beautiful puppies but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that the Great Dane will continue to thrive for generations to come.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.
Getting a puppy from Barb
Barb 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
"Puppies will only be sold to approved buyers. Our approval process includes an application, phone interviews, references and possible home check. Our contract includes a non-negotiable provision that if the buyer cannot keep the puppy for any reason, at any time, the puppy will be returned to us. For approved buyers, the price includes AKC registration, a health guarantee, and unlimited support for the life of the dog."
Contract & health guarantee
Barb 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 Barb 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 Barb directly.
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 Barb.
Breeder's location
Meet in Fort Worth, TX
5155 miles away
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More about Barb
Club memberships
Barb is a member of Fort Worth Kennel Club, Great Dane Club of Greater Dallas, and The Great Dane Club of America, Inc..
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Barb has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Barb was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Barb is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Symmetry 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
Ellie, mom
Great Dane
About Ellie
Fawn with black mask.
Great health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Symmetry 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.
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.
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)
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
