The great dane is a breed of dog known for its large size and gentle personality. European danes page 2 all about great danes discussion forum. How do american great danes and euro great danes differ. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any device with the free kindle app. If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. We acquired him in 1994 from a breeding station uttis. In the first german standard for the great dane from 1880 it is written.
The one on the left is a male, so that does not make a straight across comparison with this lovely american line bitch. She is about ten pounds and half an inch ahead of my american at the same age. You may see a calming down of hyper puppy activity as early as 1 year. The great dane is a large dog breed believed to have its origins in germany. Feb 10, 2018 this is zeus, a great dane who held the guinness book s world record for the tallest dog at a 44inch height. How to breed great danes breeding practices, litter size.
If i was considering a great dane, i would be most concerned about. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected. Great danes and other giantbreed dogs are susceptible to a condition known as bloat, which involves gas buildup. The great dane is a german breed of domestic dog known for its large size the record holder for the tallest dog ever is a great dane called zeus died september 2014. The european great dane dogs possess a heavier head which is square shaped. Dogs resembling the great dane have appeared on greek money dating back to 36 b.
Finally, you can avoid some negative traits by training your great dane to respect you and by following the 11step care program in my book, 11 things you must do right to keep your dog healthy and happy. From year to year, the tallest living dog is typically a great dane. A great dane is truly a great dog breed large and noble, commonly referred to as a gentle giant. Ive owned 3 american and 1 that is 12 american 12 european. Their short, thick coats can be brindle, fawn, blue, black, harlequin irregular black or merle patches or mantle. I think it is purely genetic, as her parents were larger, she is larger. There are also drawings of these dogs on egyptian monuments from roughly 3000 b. Great dane puppies, like all large and giant breed dogs, require special nutrition to prevent them from growing too quickly. He won our hearts and enraptured us to an extent that it was clear, that we wont settle just for one great dane.
Save yourself time, money, and frustration by avoiding the most common mistakes made by great dane owners. In january 2004 the great dane club of america published a survey which concluded that heart disease had overtaken bloat and cancer as the most frequently occurring fatal condition in danes. Zeus was featured in the guinness book of world records. The earliest writings of dogs that sounded like great danes were in chinese literature dating back to 1121 b. In spite of the size, great danes are considered gentle giants, are moderately playful and good with children. Pdf genetic diversity of great dane breed using ten. Dec 03, 2019 the great dane is a breed of dog that is huge. Learn more about what makes this colossal canine tick.
The great dane is a very old breed, known as the apollo of all dogs. The easygoing great dane, the mighty apollo of dogs, is a total joy to live withbut owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. A great dane is truly a great dog breedlarge and noble, commonly referred to as a gentle giant or as the apollo of dogs. Dane to respect you and by following the 11step care program in my book. The modern great dane was developed in europe during the 1800s, probably. Dec 16, 2019 great dane dogs are known for their size.
Below are some pictures of my family and friendsa little get to know us and the link will link you to my facebook page. Despite being called the great dane, these dogs have. Jan 27, 2018 if you have room for largerthanlife affection and companionship, the great dane might be your perfect dog. Great dane puppies great danes breeders and information. But, their huge size means they arent the right fit for everyone. How to get ready for a great dane puppy great dane care. Great dane puppies, champion lines europe public group. The great dane is properly called the deutsche dogge or german mastiff, a name eschewed by fanciers in englishspeaking countries. Great dane information including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos. The look of a huge great dane is enough to make you think that this would be a fierce breed of dog but this dog breed unlike its looks is a gentle giant. A comprehensive guide to owning and caring for your. They are brave, attentive, and patient dogs that are often great with children.
The great dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength, and elegance with great size and a powerful, wellformed, smoothly muscled body. More about those different motion types of dogs you can find in the book dogs in. How to breed great danes breeding practices, litter size, health. See more ideas about black great danes, dogs and animals.
The great dane is a german breed of domestic dog known for its large size. Rick steves ireland 2020 rick steves travel guide 4. They are known for being some of the largest breeds of dogs. Fawn great dane and brindle great dane akc puppies for sale in marshfield, missouri 65706 u. Dogs tend to be our biggest love and danes have been in my life since 2008, i love the breed. The trouble began when minnelli the goat unlatched the gate of his home, also releasing judy, the great dane. Great danes the origins of the great dane are uncertain. Our fist great dane was a dog that was called hugo. The dog breed was used by the germans in the 18th century for hunting boars and was registered by akc in 1887. Excessive growth can lead to musculoskeletal diseases, such as. The breed is commonly referred to as the gentle giant. The great dane combines, in its regal appearance, strength, and elegance with great size and a powerful, wellformed, smoothly muscled body. European great danes are usually a bit heavier than the american bred dogs. Compared to my american, my european gal is growing slightly faster, but i dont think it has anything to with american vs european.
It was a giant with a warm heart, a friend and above all a great personality. Infertility in male dogs, small litters, puppy mortality and temperament issues are on the increase, indicating that, in some regions at least, great. In 1884 the english kennel club recognised the great dane as a breed in their stud book. An american style dane had less lip, a more delicate bone structure and more of a rectangular head vs.
He is generally good with children although his friendly overtures may overwhelm a small child and usually friendly toward other household dogs and pets, but like all large dogs should be supervised. Great book just got our great dane puppy when i started reading this. You can pick up in poland or germany in the city of guben. They can weigh anything from 110 to 175 pounds, and can grow up to 34 inches tall. Often called the apollo of dogs, the great dane can trace its paw prints as far back as time of the egyptians. Great danes are known for casting a shadow over most other dogsand small children.
Jul 27, 2015 a goat and a great dane were found wandering around a dallasarea chapel together in 2010. This is probably one of the first impressions that one gets when they look at this breed. Great dane dog breed information american kennel club. Hunters sought out a dog that had the endurance, strength, and soul to accompany them on long trips chasing down animals such as deer, wolves, and most famously, the european wild boar. Great dane dog breed information, pictures, characteristics. Is your european named madison and at four months how much did she. The record holder for the tallest dog ever is a great dane called zeus died. Full zkwp fci documentation, pedigree, health book, all vaccinations. For more information about how to avoid bloat in dogs, talk to your. See more ideas about great dane dogs, great dane puppy and dogs.
Great dane dog breed information a guide to this giant breed. A little about my wicked dane familywe are just good ole southern folks. Also, breeding great danes is costly due to frequent vet bills. If you are looking for a full resource to answer your great dane questions, this book is an excellent resource. Giant breeds like great danes continue to grow after the first year. European great dane with images dane dog, great dane, great. The great dane unites in her general appearance size, power and elegance as no. Great dane dog breed facts and personality traits hill. The great dane is spirited, courageous, friendly, and dependable. The great dane is a large german domestic dog known for its giant size as described by the american kennel club.
No one is quite sure how or why great danes, a german breed, came to be. Black should appear on the eye rims and eyebrows, and may appear on the ears. Below you will find many books specific to the great dane. They are powerful, athletic dogs, but have calm, kind dispositions. So, im pretty familiar with this subject from a pet owner side but not as show dogs. Apollo is the greek god of the sun, the brightest fixture in the sky. Great dane temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice. Great danes have a short coat that is easy to maintain. Dilated cardiomyopathy is a degenerative heart muscle condition that gradually weakens the hearts ability to pump blood effectively. European danes page 2 all about great danes discussion. According to the upcoming guinness book of world records for 20, zeus the great dane is the tallest dog in the world right now. The dog breed is believed to be a result of cross breeding between irish wolfhound and the english mastif. The great dane is a popular breed of dog that originated in germany. Big, brave, and beautiful, great danes hold a special place in our hearts.
Here is the great dane club of americas illustrated standard. Previous record holders include gibson, titan, and george. The great dane is a humongous, sweet, and loyal dog. The great dane is a large german domestic dog canis lupus familiaris known for its giant size as described by the american kennel club. The dogs are bigger as compared to american great danes in their inclusive comparison. The great danes size attracts attention and offers instant protection no one will guess what a sweetheart he is on the inside. The particular head and body ratio of an european great dane make its head looks somewhat short. However, an owner must be willing to accommodate the dogs great size in regard to space and feeding, which can be costly. With training, he makes a pleasant, wellmannered family companion. The great dane puppy handbook takes all of this needtoknow information and packages it together into a single, concise resource.
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