How Do I Rehome My Great Dane?

Finding a good match for your dog

When you’re looking to rehome your Great Dane, you’ll want to first think about what your dog needs. All dogs — even those of the same breed — have different personalities and different needs. You should create a list of any personality traits, quirks, health issues, behavior issues, etc., and use that when you’re looking for a new pet parent. If the person who wants to adopt won’t be able to provide for certain things your dog requires, you should choose someone else to adopt.

Here’s how to rehome your Great Dane

1. Rehome with people you know

One option worth considering when rehoming a Great Dane is to reach out to acquaintances. You might have someone in your life who’s been looking to find a dog to bring home, and they could be interested in adopting your Great Dane. If they already know your dog, they could be thrilled with the idea of bringing them home.

Of course, just because you know someone doesn’t always mean they’re a great fit. You should only talk with those you know would be a good match and who can meet your dog’s requirements.

2. Rehome using social media

It’s also possible to rehome your Great Dane with people you don’t know by finding them in your area or online. However, you need to be more careful when choosing this option. You should always charge a rehoming fee when you don’t know the potential adopter. This reduces the risk that your dog will be going to a home where they won’t be loved and cared for. Some people look for free dogs that they can then sell to labs or use for fighting or bait dogs. Charging a rehoming fee helps to avoid these people.

Always learn as much as you can about the people who want to adopt to ensure they’ll provide a good and loving home for your dog.

3. Use Adopt a Pet to Rehome a Great Dane

A good and simple way to find a nice home for your Great Dane is with Rehome, a platform from Adopt a Pet. This service is free to pet parents and will let you create a profile for your dog, complete with pictures and videos. Be thorough when writing the bio, so potential adopters know all of the important information about your Great Dane before applying to adopt.

Once applications start to arrive, you can sort through them to find a perfect new family for your dog. It’s fast, easy, and safe for everyone, including your Great Dane.