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Meet Sugar, a delightful "energetic geriatric" who brings a wonderful balance of playful bursts and calm companionship to any home. She's a sweet, affectionate girl who loves to be close to her people, happily soaking up attention and affection. Her joyful "dinner dance" is one of her most endearing traits, showcasing her excitement for mealtime. Sugar is friendly and welcoming with adults and strangers, and has shown no concerning behavioral issues, making her an ideal foster.
As a Great Dane, Sugar embodies the breed's gentle giant nature, known for being loyal and good-natured. Despite her age, she maintains a moderate energy level, enjoying playtime in the yard but settling nicely indoors. Great Danes typically have low grooming needs due to their short coats, requiring only occasional brushing, and they shed moderately. Sugar is housetrained, crate trained, walks nicely on a leash, and rides well in the car, demonstrating excellent manners and trainability.
Sugar would thrive in a variety of loving homes, easily adjusting and following the lead of the household. She has integrated seamlessly with other large dogs and has been excellent with children aged 12 and up. While she can do well as an only dog, she's also happy with balanced canine companions. A fenced backyard is sufficient for her exercise needs. Careful introductions are recommended for cats, small dogs, toddlers, or babies. If you're looking for a sweet, playful, and gentle companion, Sugar is ready to be the perfect addition to your family.
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