The Great Dane: A Dog Breed Profile

The larger, the better with this breed! The Great Dane can weigh anywhere from 100-130 pounds once grown. He will stand 28-34 inches tall. This breed branches off the Mastiff family tree. He was meant to be a working dog. It is suspected that the Great Dane could date back to 36 B.C as trackers,carters and watchdogs. It is an absolute must this dog be walked everyday, he needs plenty of exercise. he sheds moderately, is easy to keep brushed out, but a bath for this big fella can be quite a chore. They are fairly inactive indoors, which makes it even more important that he gets daily, long walks and a large yard to play in.

The Great Dane is not a breed that lives very long, sadly average life for these big beast are usually less than ten years. They do have some prominent health problems. Mostly due to their large size. They are prone to bloat, tumors, heart disease, and hip dysplasia. Also it is not uncommon for the Great Dane to sustain tail injuries. Be sure to find a reputable breeder or adopt. You will need lots of time for their needs and not a little vet care! You really need to do some extensive research on this breed and what to expect before getting a Great Dane. If you can handle the responsibility, he or she can be a good addition to the family.

This huge dog is gentle and kind, as well as patient and playful, making him or her good with children if properly trained, of course. He tends to love everyone and be especially loyal. He also loves to be around people and is not a big barker. He will display dependability, responsibility, and much bravery. He is not usually aggressive but this breed is so large that proper, strict obedience training is a must. This needs to be done when he is young so he will be manageable in his larger body! The owner must establish pack leadership status from the beginning. Let this Great Dane know without doubt that you are clearly the boss. If the owner of this breed is not firm and confident, the dog may exhibit dog aggression and even try to bully people.

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