Great Dane country of origin : Germany
Great Dane original Function : Previously & Hunting dog for large game, Now a watchdog and Family Pet
These dogs are now almost only exclusively used as family dogs, but there are Great Dane that are renowned for their achievements in advanced obedience skills. Because of their exceptional sense of smell they are quite good tracking dogs.

Great Dane dog appearance

Great Dane dog body
The Great Dane is a giant a dog that combines nobility with robustness and power with elegance. The length of its body is equal to its shoulder height. Bitches nay have a slightly longer body.The Great Dane withers from the highest parts of the strong, short back. The loins are powerful and arch a little, and the full croup slopes down a bit towards the base of the tail. The moderately long tail, set on high, does not extend beyond the hocks. It is thick at the base and tapers to a point. The Great Dane chest has a good width and reaches down to the elbows. The belly has a good tuck-up towards the back. The shoulder blade is long and set slanting and the elbows fit closely. The legs are long, dry and vertical.The round feet are vertical and have short, strongly arched and well closed toes. The muscular dry neck is set on high. Its transition is fine with a beautifully arched and well-formed onset of the neck.

Great Dane dog head
A Great Dane’s head is long, narrow and striking. It should look angular.Great danes have top skull and straight nose bridge run parallel to each other and the skull and muzzle are equal length. Viewed from the front the head is narrow, with a broad nose bridge and underdeveloped muscles of the cheek. The full lips drop down from the nose in a straight line and should show a clear angle. The Great Dane’s ears are set on high. They are carried pendant, close to the head. The round eyes are medium size and have close-fitting eyes-lids. They should have a sensible and lively expression. Great Dane have a scissor bite.

Great Dane dog weight and shoulder height
A Great Dane should weight approx 121¼ – 187½ lb (55-85 kg ) or more, depending on size, gender and build.
All Great Dane dogs have very short, thick, shiny and close-fitting hair.

Great Dane dog Colors
There are three colors patterns of the great dane dog :

• Brindles – Yellow and streaked yellow :
  Yellow dogs have a light golden yellow to dark yellow color with dark eyes, preferably with a black mask.Brindle Danes have the same features, except that they have a strong black stream over a yellow background
• Black and spotted :
  Black dogs are a pattern leather black with dark eyes. they may have small white markings. The spotted dogs are known as Harlequins.They have a pure white background with patent leather black unevenly torn spots, well spread over the body.Some gray or brownish marks are permissible. Harlequin is the only variety permitted to have partially blue eyes and partially flesh-colored muzzle. Brown eyes are preferable as well as a nose, eye rims and lip rims with black pigmentation
• Blue :
  The color is preferably steel blue, without any yellow or black. Small white markings and light colored eyes are permissible

Great Dane Dog temperament

Great Dane dog character
These are affectionate dogs that are very loyal to the handle and family.They are sensitive and harsh words will hurt them deeply.They are very intelligent and curious; They do not miss much. They appear to be sensible and equable.Particularly male dogs are excellent guards dogs; they say that a burglar may enter the house, but will never leave it again if a Great Dane is on duty. They are no barkers dog.Great Dane are not very susceptible to pain, like other mastiff types, therefore it is possible that an illness or injury may be overlooked for the same time.They do not belong in a kennel and are rather fond of comfort and warmth in the house.

Great Dane dog training
The Great Dane grows into a very large dog very quickly.You must therefore teach it as a very young dog that it must not pull on the leash.Train dog with understanding in a harmonious manner and with great consistency. They are very sensitive to the intonation of the voice and your friendly request if often sufficient to get Great Dane to do what you require.Severe training does not suit to this dog breeds.They are not suited to long and monotonous dog training sessions – they will simply lose interest.You will achieve the best results with variety and positive rewards.Spend enough time on socializing; Great Dane puppy can be a little shy and need a fair amount of encouragement

Great Dane General dog care

Great Dane dog grooming
The Great Dane coat need very little attention.During the molting it is best to remove dead and loose hairs with a rubber mitt. The Great Dane should be given somewhere soft to lie to avoid causing pressure marks.Fast growing breeds like the Great Dane require care during the growing stage.Good nutrition is a first essential and secondly its exercise should be well balanced and measured.

Great Dane Social Behavior
Great Dane are extremely devoted to their families.Well socialized dogs will not show excessive behavior in this respect.Friends of the family are greeted with enthusiasm.Generally they get on perfectly well with livestock, other household pets include cats and your children. Provided they have been well socialized. Their own kind should be no problem although there are male dogs that like to assert their authority towards others of their sex.

Great Dane Dog Exercise
This strong and elegant dogs requires significant levels of exercise.They will enjoy being able to run free and romping, off-leash in open country or woodland.They will seldom wander off and usually remain in the vicinity of their owners.Walks in the rain will generally be short, because most of these dogs dislike rain and cold weather. When a Great Dane get enough exercise, it is calm indoors. A young great Great Dane needs all its strength to develop a strong and healthy body and will need controlled exercise. These type of dogs are too big for an apartment. In fact climbing stairs is not good for them.

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