The Complete Guide to the Great Dane

Download or read book The Complete Guide to the Great Dane written by Vanessa Richie and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-27 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Apollo of Dogs, the Great Dane, is as courageous, athletic, dependable, and protective as its mythological counterpart.Great Danes are one of the tallest breeds of dogs in the world, standing at around 28-30 inches at the shoulder, although not the heaviest, weighing on average 100-120 pounds. Once you have been lucky enough to welcome a Dane into your family, there is no going back. These gentle giants and most colossal of canines need lots of affection and socialization. They are perfect family pets, and like Apollo, are fiercely protective of the young. Great with kids of all ages, they are patient, loving, and make great playmates. What's more, raise a Great Dane alongside other animals, and you will have no problem. They crave company regardless of whether their 'brother' or 'sister' is a Pug or a Pointer. Like all big dogs, though, they need to be trained as puppies and learn how not to throw their considerable weight around!A Great Dane is as happy in a condo as it is in a castle; all it needs is love and attention. Remember, though, this breed's huge size means it takes up a lot of physical space - on your bed, on your sofa, on your lap, and especially in your heart - which is where he or she will always want to be!Great Danes love to range, meaning they need space to move around freely rather than intense exercise. So if you are welcoming a Dane into a small-size home, be ready to go out on regular walks.If you are thinking about making a Great Dane a part of your family or are already a Dane owner, then be aware, a Great Dane is a huge commitment. From choosing your Great Dane to managing his or her final journey across the Rainbow Bridge, read on and discover everything you need to know about these big-hearted hounds.