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Breed Overview
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Great Danes are among the largest dogs and also the among the calmest and kindest.
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- Kids
- Cats
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- Apartments
- Large Living Spaces
- Seniors
- Watch Dog
- Water Activities
What great dane Owners Say About Their great danes
- Our Great Dane is a perfect fit for us. We are so happy with him. He is really smart. He knows how to sit, shake hands, lay down, and most importantly no..... he also knows how to go and lay down. He loves to play he has more toys than I think my grandson has lol...he can fetch really well. He also is really good on his leash he stays right with you as you walk. He has gotten to be really big since I got him.
- Our newest family member, Erin the Great Dane, is a delight. OK, there is a lot of puppy nonsense and no-nos. For first-time puppy owners, I say: keep your sense of humor!
Physical Characteristics
Females: 28 - 30 in
Males: 30 - 32 in
Females: 110 - 140 lbs
Males: 140 - 175 lbs
Bathe as Needed
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About great danes
Great Danes are by far one of the largest breeds in the canine world. But they’re one of the best-natured dogs around. For all of their size, Great Danes are sweet, affectionate pets. They love to play and are gentle with children.
They are powerful, athletic dogs, but have calm, kind dispositions. These gentle giants are known as “couch potatoes” and are dependable, family-friendly dogs. Due to their size – they tend to weigh 110-175 lbs. when grown – Great Danes do best in larger living spaces and are easy to train.
great dane Health
The Great Dane is a gentle giant that has the potential to reach up to 175 pounds. As with many larger breeds, they do have a shorter-than-average life expectancy of 7-10 years. There are also certain health conditions the breed is prone to and routine vet examinations are an important step in their care. It is important to know what they are and to contact a veterinarian when observing any physical or behavioral changes that are of concern.
Potential Health Conditions:
• Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
• Bloat, Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
• Enlarged Heart, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
• Wobbler Syndrome, Cervical Spondylomyelopathy (CSM)
• Traumatic Tail Injury, Happy Tail Syndrome
• Autoimmune Thyroiditis (AIT)
Suggested Screenings
• Cardiac Exam
• Eye Exam
• Hip X-ray
• Blood Test
Routine Care
• Neuter or Spay
• Regular Dental Exams
• Weight Management
• Controlled Exercise
great dane Care
The Great Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require a lot of grooming. They only need to be bathed every few weeks or when dirty. Attention should be regularly paid to cleaning their eyes, ears, and paws free from debris. Light brushing and nail trimming when needed.
Great Danes are intelligent dogs but can be stubborn learners. Training requires you to be firm with commands but also the use positive reinforcement with a high-value reward, whether it be a treat or toy your dog prefers.
While the Great Dane is a pretty easygoing breed, they do crave attention from their family. Danes become attached to the entire family and not just one person. They like to be included in what you are doing so it is best to not leave your Dane on their own for several hours.