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Great Dane's breed profile

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Introduction

The gentle giants known as Great Danes were developed in Germany as hunting dogs. They are the tallest breed in the world, and well-known specimens include Scooby Doo and Zeus.

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The Great Dane was first developed as a hunting dog using English Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound breeding. Its aggressive traits were bred eliminated, and it evolved into a calm companion dog.

History

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Unique Aspects

Irish wolfhounds are enormous canines renowned for their commanding appearance and, up to the age of roughly three, puppy-like behaviour. They frequently knock objects over since they are unaware of their size.

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Due to their endearing and bumbling personalities, Great Danes like Marmaduke and Scooby Doo have appeared in films.  Additionally, they appeared in the Disney films Head over Heels, Back to God's Country, and The Ugly Dachshund.

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Pros

Affectionate pet Calm disposition towards family Easy to train and groom

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Need room to move around Short life span Prone to bloat and joint problems

Cons

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Grooming

Great Danes have short hair that requires little upkeep, but it's important to regularly clean their ears and trim their nails. They have six distinct coat colours and minor hair loss.

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Health problems in Great Danes include cell tumours, hip dysplasia, and bloat. Additionally, hereditary problems, bone disorders, and cardiomyopathy can develop.

Common Health Issues

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Temperament

Great Danes make loving, devoted, and gentle household dogs. They make good watch dogs and don't bark a lot. They may be trained for service as security or rescue dogs and require frequent exercise.

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Large canines like Great Danes require room to move about. Ideally, they should live in a home with a yard, but with regular exercise, they may live in apartments.

Environment

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