Northern Soul Great Danes

Raised by Madisonn C.

Certified Breeder of Great Danes

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 79% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Northern Soul Great Danes located in Waseca, MN. We are a small in-home breeder of AKC Great Danes in Southern Minnesota. Our breedings focus on the health, structure and temperament of our Danes. Our Danes are raised in our home alongside our children, and are each an important member of our family! Our puppies are whelped by my husband and I, and stay with us until they are ready to go at 8 weeks of age.

Madisonn’s experience

  • About Madisonn

    I was born and raised in Southern Minnesota were I met my husband, and were we are raising our 6 kids! We are a pretty outdoorsy family who enjoy all seasons and what they offer!

  • What makes Madisonn’s program special

    We focus heavily on keeping our families involved in the entire process from the very start to going home! We make ourselves available for any question, day or night. We always want to ensure that ever family is getting the best experience when bringing this new addition into their family.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Great Danes from Emmett and Nemi

Born Dec. 2024. Ready Jan. 31

Newborn Great Danes from Emmett and Nemi

Born Dec. 2024

Ready Jan. 31

Litter and program updates

Getting a puppy from Madisonn

Madisonn 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,000 - $4,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $750.

“The price includes: AKC registration, 24 month Health Guarantee, Strict return contract, minimum of 2 vet checks prior to leaving, socialization, a minimum of 2 rounds of vaccines and age appropriate deworming. All deposits are non-refundable but can be transferable between litters.”

Contract and health guarantee

Madisonn 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 Madisonn 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 Madisonn directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised in our home and are well adjusted to all household noises by the time they go home. They are raised with children ages 7-15 and other dogs and our 2 cats. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Other Animals, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Noise desensitized , Chew, e.g. Bone, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Potty Training, Basic Obedience Commands, Basic manners, "No" Biting or Chewing, and Name recognition .

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Puppy health practices

All our puppies are seen by a vet within the first week of life for a check up and to get dew claws removed (our full and heavy euro babies do not get dew claws removed). They are dewormed on a strict schedule throughout their next 8 weeks of life with us. They are seen again by our vet at 6-8 weeks of age for their vaccines and final check up before going home. They will also receive their microchip prior to going home as well!

Extras

We send our puppies home with Registration, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Microchipped , Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Puppy Leash, Food Starter Bag, Bone, AKC Registration, and Dew claws removed.

Bringing your puppy home

Madisonn offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Waseca, MN or nearby

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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Madisonn

  • Why Madisonn started breeding

    I had a familial history in dog breeding and after I got my first Great Dane I knew exactly what I wanted to do and this was exactly the breed I wanted to do that with. Great Danes quickly became my passion!

  • Madisonn is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Madisonn has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Madisonn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Madisonn’s program includes ten colors

    Madisonn’s Great Dane puppies include merle, fawn, silver, mantle merle, mantle, harlequin, chocolate and white, chocolate, blue, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Madisonn is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Northern Soul Great Danes meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Madisonn's parent dogs

All breeds

Great Dane

Parent health testing

Great Dane

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Northern Soul 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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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)

    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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Madisonn to bring home their puppies.

  • Nicole T.

    Nov. 2024

    I had the BEST experience with Madisonn. She responded literally within minutes to my first message confirming the availability of my puppy, the purchase process was extremely easy and she’s very easy...