Great Dane | Size, Lifespan, Temperament Health Issues | Britannica Great Dane, breed of working dog developed at least 400 years ago in Germany, where it was used for boar hunting The Great Dane is typically a swift, alert dog noted for courage, friendliness, and dependability
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Great Dane Dog Breed Health and Care - PetMD Nicknamed the “Apollo of dogs,” Great Danes are the tallest in the working class of dog breeds and one of the biggest breeds in existence Danes are known for their size A Great Dane’s height falls between 28 and 32 inches tall
Great Dane Dog Breed: Info, Pictures, Traits More Great Danes have a very interesting history They’ve been around for so long that there’s even art depicting Dane-like canines from ancient Egypt, though the breed has gone through some major changes since then Even today, they’re some of the largest dogs on the planet
Great Dane | VCA Animal Hospitals The Great Dane probably originated in the Middle Ages as a combination of strong mastiff-like war dogs and swift greyhound-like dogs The combination made for a big-game hunter of great speed and strength
Great Dane Dog Breed Complete Guide - A-Z Animals Sometimes called “the Apollo of Dogs,” Great Danes are a giant German working breed that was originally developed by German nobles as a boarhound Ranking at number 16 on the American Kennel Club’s most popular list, these gentle giants will steal your heart as well as your sofa
Great Dane Dog Breed Information: Facts, Traits, Pictures More As a giant dog breed, he isn’t suited to every family The Dane can be difficult to train, territorial, and not always friendly with other dogs But they can also be one of the best family companions in the entire canine kingdom when placed with the right family