Great Dane

Today we’ll talk about the Great Dane dog breed. This is a really large dog that is both powerful and attractive. Well, don’t judge them by their appearance; they’re sweet and loyal. Read this blog to learn everything there is to know about them.

Introduction

• They are gigantic, powerful, and beautiful dogs. The top of their huge head is narrow and flat. The brows are strong.
• It has downward ears by nature, however, individuals that have undergone the operation have upside ears.
• Great Danes with floppy ears are more natural-looking than those with trimmed ears. Great Dane dogs with cropped ears have a sophisticated appearance with straight standing ears.

Second Name

German Mastiff & German Boarhound Deutsche are the second names of this breed. 

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Nickname

Giving a name to your pet is very important and it is also very interesting. But if you are confused then we are here to help you: 

• Rocky
• Duke
• Butch
• Max
• Loki
• Mateo
• Luna
• Zoey

History

• The Great Dane, commonly known as the “Apollo of Dogs,” is a massive dog breed.
• The Dane is not Danish, but German.
• It is claimed that the breed has existed for about 400 years.
• They are relatives of mastiff-like dogs bred by German nobility to guard country estates and hunt wild boar.

Characteristic

• Scientific Name: Canis lupus familiaris
• Origin: Germany
• Group: Working Group 
• Coat: Short
• Coat Color: Black, brindle, fawn, mantle, blue
• Height: 28-32inches
• Weight: 65-75 pounds
• Lifespan: 110-175 years
• Personality: Reserved, devoted, confident, loving, and gentle
• Hypoallergenic: No

Behavior

To know your pet better you have to first understand their behavior. In this piece of article, we will tell you about the sensitivity and friendliness of this breed. 

Sensitivity

• They are a particularly sensitive breed of dog.
• They would not behave well if they are not near their owner.
• It can be destroyed by living outside in a doghouse; it can make him depressed, emotionally unstable, and even violent.

Kid-Friendly

• It is regarded as a gentle giant.
• They are gentle, mildly playful, and good with children.
• They’ll protect their home.

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Other Pet

• They get along with other animals in general, especially if they’ve been raised with them, although some members of the breed can be violent with dogs they don’t know.
• Cats and Great Danes get along pretty smoothly if properly socialized. Great Danes who haven’t been near cats since they were young may confuse a cat for a prey animal.

Care They Need

Care for your pet is very crucial. For this, you will need to know about their food, exercise, and training. 

Food & Diet

Great Danes are one of the largest dog breeds, weighing over 120 pounds. To avoid muscular-skeletal disorders, make sure your dog gets all of the nutrients it requires. 

• Most Great Danes may weigh at least 100 pounds for females and 120 pounds for men. Although it is not uncommon to find dogs of this breed weighing more than that. Unlike smaller breeds that consume more energy, Great Danes use less energy per pound than other dogs. 
• Great Dane breeders and veterinarians recommend a diet that has at least 23% protein and 12% fat.
• Lamb, cattle, fish, and whole chicken are the best foods for them. However, keep in mind that entire meat includes moisture. If there is no moisture in the meat, the ingredients are likely to be lesser in quality. 
• Other fat products, such as fish oil, provide omega 3 fatty acids, which are beneficial to your dog’s coat and skin.

Exercise

Great Danes are energetic, playful dogs who require a lot of activity to stay fit and healthy. 

• They require at least two hours of daily exercise to burn off their excess energy and stay in shape.
• Walking and off-leash exercise is important.
• Mental Stimulation is also necessary.

Note: When training a Great Dane puppy, be cautious because too much exercise too soon will damage their bone and joint development. 

Training

They are bright and willing to learn, making them simple to teach for those with prior experience with the breed. Some owners may find them stubborn while training them, so it’s critical to begin positively. 

• Reward-based training with them at a young age is suggested.
• You must never leave your dog alone for even more than four hours, and your Great Dane may require training to be left alone for shorter amounts of time. A lonely and insecure Great Dane could wreak trouble in the home. 

Grooming

They are little maintenance when it comes to grooming because of their short coats.

• They do shed, but only a small amount, so a weekly brushing should be enough to keep any dead hairs away from your dog.
• In the spring and autumn, your Great Dane may shed more, requiring more grooming. 
• Each week to ten days, check your Dane’s nails and clip them as needed.

Health Problems

They are gentle giants with a plethora of love and understanding for their families. Unfortunately, they, like so many other pure breeds, are also susceptible to specific breed-related diseases and disorders. If you’re planning to buy a Great Dane puppy, make sure the parents have undergone the necessary health screenings to reduce the danger of your puppy developing diseases.

The following are some of the diseases and disorders that the Great Danes may develop: 

• Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (GDV)
• Elbow dysplasia
• Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
• Eye problems
• Wobbler Syndrome
• Certain cancers.
• Inherited myopathy of Great Danes (IMGD)

List of Mixed Breed

• The Great Danesky
• The Boxane
• The Labradane
• The Great Retriever
• The Doberdane

Hairstyle

They do not need any hairstyle.

Rank

• They are bright dogs of average intelligence.
• They’re also the 88th smartest dog breed, according to Stanley Coren, for their attentiveness and working intelligence.

Speed

• Despite their weight of up to 150 pounds, Great Danes can attain speeds of 30 miles per hour.

To Buy/Adopt 

• Adopting a Great dog is considerably less expensive than buying one from a breeder.
• Adoption is also good because it provides homes to many homeless dogs.

Babies

• Great Dane litters typically have eight puppies.
• The puppies arrived three weeks early, which surprised the family.

Price 

• A great dane can cost anything from $600 to $3,000.
• The price will vary depending on the owner and the breed of the puppy. 

Overview

• The Great Dane’s enormous size hides its gentle temperament.
• The breed is commonly described as a “gentle giant” since they desire physical love from their owners.
• Other dogs, semi-pets, and people they know are often kind to them.

Good & Bad About Them 

Good

• It needs minimal exercise.
• It’s sweet, willing to please, and focused on people.
• They are simple to housetrain and adapt well to positive reinforcement training.

Bad

• Great Danes, like many other large dogs, have a short lifespan.
• They need ample space. They are terrific house dogs, but they require a lot of space just to move about.
• They have a slobbering and drooling problem.
• When they are left alone for too long, they develop separation anxiety.

Fun Facts 

• Despite their size, Great Dane has a graceful, almost royal walk and personality.
• They require a lot of love and socializing with people and other animals, which makes them ideal family pets.
• These canines were designed to hunt boar, and they’ll follow a scent if they detect it. On-leash walks should be done at home, as well as any yard should be securely fenced.
• In addition to higher-than-average medical bills and wear-and-tear on your home and automobile, a Great Dane can cost a lot more to feed than a small dog. If you’re thinking about getting a Great Dane, keep in mind that they’re not inexpensive.

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