Majestic and elegant Great Danes make excellent family pets

Great Dane Quick Stats:

Other Common Names:
Deutsche Dogge

Description:
The Great Dane is huge, well muscled and an elegant, regal dog breed. The Great Dane is very affectionate and loves to be around people. Because of its majestic carriage, it is know as the Apollo of Dogs. A Great Dane makes an excellent family pet.

Country of Origin:
The Great Dane originated in Germany.

Height:
Great Danes range from 30 inches to 32 inches.

Weight:
Great Danes range from 100 to 120 pounds.

Colors:
Great Danes are typically black, fawn, brindle, blue or harlequin.

Coat:
Great Danes have short and flat coats. Their coat only requires occasional brushing.

Temperament:
The Great Dane is a gentle and lively dog breed. The Great Dane typically does well with children and other household pets, but supervision is recommended. Often difficult to train, the Great Dane requires a strong leader and firm training. The Great Dane is considered to be a steady dog breed.

Health Concerns:
The Great Dane is susceptible to gastric torsion, hip dysplasia, heart disease and tail injuries.

Life Expectancy:
The expected life span of the Great Dane is 6-8 years.

Living Environment:
Great Danes are relatively inactive indoors and tend to be very active outdoors. A house with a large fenced yard is essential for this dog breed.

AKC Group:
The Great Dane is in the Working group.

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