Maverick

Available

5 years old|German Shepherd Dog, Great Dane|Male|X Large|Frankfort, KY

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained💂 Protective

Maverick

Available

5 years old|German Shepherd Dog, Great Dane|Male|X Large|Frankfort, KY

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained💂 Protective

Maverick is a 5-year-old neutered male German Shepherd and Great Dane mix with a brindle medium-length coat. He is house trained, up to date on vaccinations, and has no special needs. Maverick is based in Frankfort, KY, and tips the scale at just over 100 lbs, making him an extra-large companion.

About Maverick

Maverick is a striking 5-year-old German Shepherd, Great Dane, and Mastiff mix with a zest for life and a truly loyal spirit. Weighing just over 100 lbs and sporting a brindle coat, he’s designed for someone who wants a partner for outdoor adventures. Maverick is housebroken, crate trained, and honestly too smart for his own good—he soaks up new commands and thrives with positive, food-motivated training sessions. He will absolutely keep pace with hikers or joggers and enjoys learning new tricks to keep his mind working. Socially, Maverick gets along with other dogs when meeting on neutral ground, but he doesn’t have much play etiquette and should never go off-leash with other dogs. In his foster home, he coexists with an older female dog and two cats, but he would prefer being an only pet in a quieter, adult-only home. Kids and chickens are out, but quiet adults—especially those home often—are ideal for him. Unexpected visitors stress Maverick, so a home without lots of comings and goings fits him best. He loves routine, dependable humans, and daily cuddles (expect to share your couch). A fenced yard is a must for zooms, and if you’ve got a pond, he’ll be in heaven. Maverick is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, negative for heartworms/parasites, and has even had a gastropexy. His adoption fee is covered for the right match. Click apply and let the tail-wagging begin!

Questions about Maverick

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
A mix like Maverick—German Shepherd, Great Dane, and Mastiff—does best in homes with space, structure, and predictability. He’ll thrive in an adult-only household that values routine and safe, fenced outdoor areas.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Given Maverick’s size and energy, he needs a securely fenced yard where he can run and play daily. Apartment living with no yard would not be ideal for a dog of his mix and stature.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
This blend, especially with Maverick’s personality, is better suited for adult-only homes. He prefers calm environments and can be stressed by the unpredictability and energy of children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Maverick’s intelligence and size mean he’s best matched with experienced dog owners who can provide consistent training and strong leadership.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
While Maverick can coexist with calm dogs, he didn't learn polite play and can be rough. Best not to expect off-leash play with other dogs, though leashed introductions on neutral ground go well.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Maverick currently lives with two cats, so he can adapt to feline housemates if positive boundaries are set.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
He cannot be around chickens or small animals, and his size and prey drive suggest these pairings aren’t a safe fit.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Maverick greets new people well on leash, but frequent visitors to his home overwhelm him. He’s happiest in quiet homes where introductions can be managed.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
He prefers someone home much of the time and thrives with daily interaction. Long hours alone aren’t ideal for Maverick, as he craves companionship and routine.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Maverick is highly trainable and smart, but benefits from ongoing, structured training sessions—especially using positive, food-based rewards.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
With his Great Dane and Mastiff mix, Maverick is an extra-large dog, weighing just over 100 lbs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Extra-large breeds like Maverick usually live around 7 to 10 years, though a healthy lifestyle and good care can sometimes stretch that longer.
How much does this breed typically shed?
His medium-length, brindle coat sheds moderately year-round, so expect some fur but nothing out of the ordinary for large breeds.