Great Dane

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:34
Last Updated on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:29
G R E A T  D A N E  ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Great Dane
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
066
Personality Snapshot
A gentle giant, dignified and kind. Sweet and affectionate. A steady dog, responsible and dependable. Brave and loyal. Can be aggressive if provoked. Some individuals are dog-aggressive, especially with same-sex dogs.
Breed NameGreat Dane
Rank (out of 136 breeds)066
Points (out of 100)57
Dog Group TypeWorking
DominanceLow
Obedience (Ease of Training)Average
AffectionHigh
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsNot Good
Friendly with Family PetsNot Good
Friendly with StrangersGreat
Dog Bite Free RatingTerrible
Bark Over Bite RatingPoor
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)2 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGreat
Guard Dog AbilityGood
SizeVery Large
Exercise RequirementsLow
Jog Companion AbilityGood
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingNone
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredVery Low
Life SpanUnder 10 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Great Dane into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for Under 10 years of age as Great Dane pups can live between Under 10 years of age.

My Life as a Great Dane
A gentle giant, dignified and kind. Sweet and affectionate. A steady dog, responsible and dependable. Brave and loyal. Can be aggressive if provoked. Some individuals are dog-aggressive, especially with same-sex dogs.

Home Environment
Will be OK in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Best with a large yard.

Great Dane Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Great Dane

Great Dane Wiki

Where to buy a Great Dane : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a Great Dane as a new member to your family the smart way.

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