I'm the breeder behind Beehive Great Danes located in Mancos, CO. Beehive Great Danes is dedicated to following the Great Dane Club of America(GDCA) code of ethics. We actively show our danes in conformation, performance, and companion events. We strive for health, temperament and longevity. All of our danes are health tested according to OFA and GDCA guidelines.
About Kriston
I started with animals young. Basically at birth. It all started with show horses. I showed horses all over the country as a teen/young adult and moved into dogs naturally.
What makes Kriston’s program special
I have been fortunate enough to be mentored by people who have been in the breed for 30+ years. We work hard to preserve health and longevity which we often do not see in Danes. Not only do they have to be pretty but for us, it's a complete picture they also have to be performing and correct to standard.
Kriston is a member of a club
Great dane club of america
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Sept. 1, 2020
Great Dane
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Sept. 1, 2020
Great Dane
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Sept. 1, 2020
Great Dane
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Sept. 1, 2020
Great Dane
Kriston has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $3,500.
“Prices change based on pet or show prospects. Only our show puppies receive ear crops. We do not take deposits. Once puppies are old enough to go home we take full payment prior to their departure.”
Kriston may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Kriston offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Kriston directly.
We utilize Puppy Culture and ENS. This is a large program and I am happy to share this info with you. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Culture , Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Elderly, Household Desensitization, and Early Neurological Stimulation.
Puppies receive age-appropriate deworming and vaccinations prior to leaving.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Beehive Great Danes hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Kriston offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Why Kriston started breeding
I breed show horses growing up it was natural to move into dogs. This has become a passion and consumes my life. This is definitely not a decision to take lightly. I started by finding a mentor in my breed that has become part of my family.
Kriston has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Kriston was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Kriston’s program includes three colors
Kriston’s Great Dane puppies include merle, mantle, and harlequin. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Kriston’s links
Beehive Great Danes meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Great Dane
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About Janeiro
Janeiro is a male Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kriston decided to make him part of their program. Kriston has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
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About Lilith
Lilith is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kriston decided to make her part of their program. Kriston has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Great Dane
Excellent level
Beehive Great Danes reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Great Danes.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter (CHG)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.