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Great Dane
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Giant Breed |
 
See your Great Dane's photograph or
illustration on our breed pages |
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Working Dog |
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Country of Origin
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Germany in the Middle Ages |
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Ancestry |
The Great Dane is most likely
a cross between the
Mastiff/Old English Mastiff and the
Irish Wolfhound |
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Original Function |
Large game hunting dog,
guardian dog |
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Height at Shoulder |
Female 28" minimum, 30"+
preferred
Male 30" minimum, 32"+ preferred
In Great Danes, size is at a premium and small stature is a fault. |
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Weight |
100-120 lbs. |
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Lifespan |
8 Years |
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Coat |
The Great Dane has a short and smooth coat.
A wide variety of color combinations are acceptable including fawn with black mask,
blue, black, brindle, harlequin (white with black
patches) and mantle (black and white with a solid black back, black head
and black tail with white tip) |
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Tail |
Long , thin tail held down |
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Head |
Large, strong rectangular
head with blunt muzzle. |
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Ears |
Medium-sized ears held erect if cropped,
drop ears if not cropped. The ears are traditionally cropped. |
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Related Breeds |
Mastiff/Old English Mastiff,
Irish Wolfhound |
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Alternative Names |
Deutsche Dogge, German
Mastiff, Granddanois |
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Nicknames |
Apollo of Dogs, Gentle Giant |
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Grooming: |
Short, smooth, glossy coat requires minimal care. |
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Exercise requirements: |
Moderate. As with many giant dogs, the Great Dane
exercise requirements are relatively low. |
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Aggression: |
The Great Dane is intimidating due to its large
size and athletic-looking build but is generally a friendly dog.
Some individuals can exhibit aggression towards strange dogs. |
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Temperament: |
The Great Dane is reasonably friendly towards strangers
and other dogs but can be overwhelming simply due to its size. |
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Owner requirement: |
Firm, bold but sensitive. Willing to provide training and
sufficient space for this giant dog. |
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Trainability |
High |
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Health concerns |
Bloat and
gastric torsion, canine hip dysplasia (CHD), elbow dysplasia,
cardiomyopathy, Wobbler's syndrome (CVI), cataracts, osteosarcoma,
glaucoma. |
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Environmental requirements: |
The Great Dane has a moderate tolerance for heat and cold. This
breed requires soft, supportive bedding and plenty of space both in the
house and the car. |
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Feeding requirements: |
Smaller, more frequent meals to prevent
bloat and obesity.
Particular emphasis on feeding during its growth phase to prevent
skeletal developmental problems due to overly rapid growth. |
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AKC: American Kennel Club USA: Working Group
UKC: United Kennel Club USA: Guardian Dogs
CKC: Canadian
Kennel Club: Group 3 Working
Dogs
FCI: Fédération
Cynologique Internationale: Molossoid
Breeds (Group 2/Section 2/Breed 235)
ANKC: Australian National Kennel Council: Group 7 Nonsporting
KCUK: Kennel Club United Kingdom: Working
NZKC: New Zealand Kennel Club: Nonsporting |
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Although known in English as the Great Dane, the Great Dane
is a German, not a Danish dog. It is referred to as the Deutsche Dogge
in Germany. The breed was likely developed as a big game hunting dog
during the Middle Ages with a particular emphasis on wild boar. It has
also been known as the German Boarhound. Due to its regal appearance
and large size, the Great Dane became a favorite of large estates as both a
companion and a protector.
The Great Dane is known to be a very affectionate, gentle, sensitive and
friendly dog. Its giant stature can magnify its actions though and it
can be intimidating to smaller dogs, other pets, strangers and children. With sufficient
training, the Great Dane can be a striking family companion.
As a fierce hunting dog and guardian of property, the
Great Dane is not a timid dog. It should not be aggressive but it is
spirited. It has a large frame, heavy bones and will take up as much
room as a piece of furniture. Although it has a relatively low
metabolism, the Great Dane will require space to romp and daily walks to
keep fit and sleek. |
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