Topic > Description of the Great Dane - 1058

The Great Dane exudes elegance and his majestic stature gives him the title of "Apollo of dogs". Its large, square-framed body and proportionally long, slender legs give the dog a powerful stride. Not only does the Great Dane hold the title of "Apollo of dogs", but it has become famous for its large size. Being one of the largest breeds in the world, a male Dane can reach 76 cm in height and weigh between 54 and 91 kg, as can the female who can reach a height of 71 cm and weigh between 45 and 65 kg. The Great Dane bears an uncanny resemblance to the Mastiff; this is evidently visible in the dog's rectangular skull. The similarity of the two canines is a result of their skulls being parallel to their snouts, hence their resemblance and regal appearance. Additionally, the majestic Great Dane has a surprisingly smooth and shiny coat with short, flat, thick hair. The dog's coat consists of various patterns including fawn (golden color with black mask), blue, black, harlequin (white with irregular black markings on the body), brindle (fawn with irregular black streaks) and coat (black and white with a solid black blanket on the body. The Great Dane is believed to have originated from two magnificent breeds, the Irish Greyhound and the Old English Mastiff. The dog first appeared in Germany in the 14th century, where it was bred for hunting prey as ferocious as the wild boar. When it was no longer used for hunting, it became a popular breed that served as a companion and guard dog. Furthermore, the origin of the name "Great Dane" has remained a fantastic mystery, it is not Danish but actually German, where it is still called Deutsche Dogge today. dog when at home and be cautious when in public. Although they are friendly and docile, it is mandatory that every dog ​​undergoes obedience training to avoid accidents. I believe Great Danes are best suited to families, provided the dog is properly trained from an early age. The breed relies heavily on human companionship, so a moderately active family can provide the Dane with the attention and love it deserves. Active people are not suitable to own a Great Dane due to the lack of time they have to devote to a loving, affectionate and lazy dog. Additionally, older people are not suitable owners simply because of the dog's size, weight and rambunctious behavior which can overwhelm or injure a weak, older person...