Meet Donut

Updated 5-7-2025

Donut has spent several months settling into his foster home, and he’s been nothing short of a delight. A big, lovable marshmallow of a dog, Donut is calm, affectionate, and friendly with everyone he meets—kids, adults, other dogs, and even cats (on leash). He was previously a service dog and is extremely well-trained, responsive, and polite.

Personality:
🛋️ Couch potato with occasional zoomies
🧲 Velcro dog who loves to lean (and lean HARD!)
💤 Lazy and chill most of the day
🥰 Friendly to all humans and animals
🚗 Enjoys car rides
😄 Excellent with kids—especially fond of leaning on them!

Training & Behavior:
✅ Crate trained
✅ Housetrained
✅ Trustworthy with free roam
✅ Knows commands in both English and German: “Sitz” (sit), “Platz” (down), “Komm” (come), “Bleib” (stay), “Nein” (no)
✅ Leash trained—generally easy, though he loves to mark
✅ No resource guarding—easy to take toys/food
🐾 Gets on furniture (and brings the slobber with him!)

Donut has some separation anxiety, especially if he’s left completely alone. He does well when another dog is present and would thrive in a home where someone is around most of the time—or with a calm canine companion.

Health:
Donut likely has Wobbler’s Syndrome, a neurological condition affecting coordination. He takes Gabapentin (600mg twice daily) and manages well day to day. His symptoms include general clumsiness, a wobbly gait, and an occasional startle/yelp response. These episodes are rare and brief. Donut shouldn’t go on long walks or jump in/out of high vehicles—a ramp is a must for car rides. He does best on stable surfaces and prefers rugs on slippery floors.

Lifestyle & Home Needs:
🏡 Best in a home without a lot of stairs (or with carpeted ones)
🐶 Great with large and small dogs
🐱 Friendly with cats (based on on-leash interactions)
👶 Fantastic with kids (currently lives with and hosts many)
🧘‍♂️ Thrives on calm companionship and lots of snuggles
💦 Heavy drooler—keep towels nearby!

Donut’s ideal home has lots of human interaction, access to the outdoors for lounging, and maybe a doggy sibling for company. He’s incredibly social and happiest when surrounded by people—so if your home is full of love, visitors, and playmates, Donut will be in heaven.

Bonus Quirks:
🌞 Loves sunbathing in the yard
🧸 Occasionally gets the zoomies and wrestles playfully
🏠 Refuses to walk across one specific kitchen spot (a rug fixes this!)
💖 Purrs like a giant cat when happy
💤 Often found passed out with a stuffy in tow

Donut didn’t need any adjustment time—he settled right in and has been a gentle, joyful presence from the start. He’s ready to lean into your heart and bring slobbery love to your home!

More Info on Donut:

• Retired service dog

• Requires daily medication and ongoing care for mild Wobblers

• Crate trained: Yes 

• Housetrained:  Yes

• Good with children 

• Will be neutered 5/21 in rescue

• Plays well with dogs of all sizes

• Good with cats when tested on leash

• Walks great on leash

• Playful and Affectionate

• Mild energy and maybe a little lazy

Are you interested in Adopting or fostering-to-adopt Donut? First step is to submit your application at RMGreatDane.org. If you are already an approved foster/adopter, reach out to Hollie at fostering@rmgreatdane.org or Candice at placements@rmgreatdane.org.