Dog Breed

Great Dane

friendly • patient • dependable • gentle

OrigineGermany
Espérance de vie7-10 years
Poids50-80 kg
Niveau d'énergiemoderate

Quick Stats

Taillegiant
Poids50-80 kg
Espérance de vie7-10 years
Niveau d'énergiemoderate
Toilettagelow
Éducabilitéeasy
OrigineGermany
Tempérament
friendlypatientdependablegentle

Présentation

The Great Dane is one of the tallest dog breeds, known as the "Apollo of dogs". Despite their imposing size, Great Danes are gentle giants with sweet, affectionate personalities. They are surprisingly good apartment dogs given their calm indoor nature.

Compatibilité

Enfants
Excellent
Autres chiens
Bon
Chats
Bon
Vie en appartement
Moyen

Guide de soins

Great Danes need space to move but are surprisingly calm indoors. Feed a diet formulated for giant breeds to support healthy growth. Be mindful of bloat risk — use slow feeders and avoid exercise after meals.

Besoins en exercice

Moderate daily exercise — 1-2 long walks. Avoid over-exercising puppies as their joints are still developing.

Toilettage

Weekly brushing of their short coat. Regular nail trimming. Their short coat is low-maintenance.

Problèmes de santé

bloat
hip dysplasia
dilated cardiomyopathy
osteosarcoma

Faits amusants

🐶The tallest dog ever recorded was a Great Dane named Zeus, who stood 111.8 cm at the shoulder.
🐶Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane.
🐶Despite their size, Great Danes often try to be lap dogs and are known for sitting on their owners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Great Danes get?
Males typically stand 76-86 cm tall and weigh 54-80 kg. They are one of the tallest dog breeds in the world.
Are Great Danes good apartment dogs?
Surprisingly decent in apartments due to their calm nature, but they do need space to move and regular outdoor exercise.
How long do Great Danes live?
Typically 7-10 years. Giant breeds generally have shorter lifespans than smaller dogs.
Are Great Danes gentle?
Very gentle. Despite their intimidating size, they are known as "gentle giants" and are patient with children.

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