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https://saverockythegreatdane.org/
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We are a nationwide rescue that services areas across the US.
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— ronda a.
Supporter
"We found Save Rocky through PetFinder when we were looking to adopt a Great Dane. From the first day, they were amazing! The way Milo has brought a goofiness to our home is something only Dane owners know. He’s the funniest, most lovable dog. We also have a GSD who is adopted and was severely abused in his previous life. He didn’t know how to play with toys and wasn’t interactive with other dogs. Milo has shown him how to be a dog. He now enjoys playing with toys and Milo and him play in the yard everyday when they go outside. I’m so thankful we found Save Rocky. They are open with all the information they have about each dog and it’s easy to see how dedicated they are to finding the absolute best fit for each dog. They are always willing to help the breed and do whatever is in the power of the vets they work with the save each and every Dane. The love they have for the breed is what makes it such a joy to work with them. I’ve since transported dogs for them and the best part is seeing the relief in the dog the instant they realize they are safe and will never have to starve or be neglected again. Save Rocky are some of the most dedicated people to this breed I’ve ever met and I look forward to continuing to work with them in the future."
— crystal c.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"Great Danes are a beloved dog to most dog lovers. They are gentle giants and their large size comes with larger bills. This leads to them being discarded more often by owners. Save Rocky is a voice for the voiceless. They adopt nationwide and are fully donation and volunteer based. They have saved thousands of Danes and XL breed dogs. With your support, they can save even more. Every week they are forced with the question of whether they will have to close intakes or not. Please consider them! They’ve given me my foster fail and I have also fostered 6 Danes with them who have found amazing and loving homes to live out the rest of their lives."
— taryn b.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Staff member, Supporter, Fan
"I wanted to recognize the tireless work that this rescue does for abandoned and neglected Great Danes! It is amazing how they are able to network and connect nationwide. From heartbreaks and triumphs, I’ve observed them doing the best they can to bring these gentle giants to their forever homes."
— mia m.
Fan
"My Son adopted his Great Dane from Saving Rocky they are very supportive and helpful"
— kathy s.
Supporter
"As a Dane lover, I have never seen a rescue work so hard to save a dog. Most people don’t want large dogs but Save Rocky is out there daily saving Danes from death, rehabbing them and finding the best homes. They are a dedicated rescue and use social media to their best advantage to save lives."
— laurie w.
Fan
"Save Rocky is seriously the best. I follow them on social media and see how hard they work every day. I adopted from them last summer after wanting so bad to help from states away-the process was so smooth! They had everything worked out to a T! They save dogs from death row every day and will try up until the last minute to get them safe. I fully super this rescue and believe in what they do."
— brooke l.
Adoptee, Supporter, Fan
"I am a supporter of SRGDRR & also a previous volunteer, so I know a lot about the rescue. I cannot say enough about the dedication & just plain selflessness of every volunteer. There are so many Great Danes just walking in the streets of Tx & in the shelters & regardless of the condition of the dog they immediately set up a plan to get there & get the dog out of those conditions, great great rescue!"
— kim h.
Supporter
"Save Rocky Great Dane Rescue and Rehab do so many great things, not only for Great Danes but for any breed. They rely solely on help from supporting individuals and companies. They are always willing to help pups in need, even when they are at their financial breaking point. They can use all the help and support they can get."
— marla k.
Supporter
"Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab are a wonderful organization. They work so hard to save the Great Danes that need love and homes."
— crystal l.
Fan
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