Things to Know about Great Danes
They're certainly great, but did you know that they are not Danish? Dogs resembling Great Danes appear as far back as ancient Egyptian carvings, but the modern Great Dane was actually bred in germany in the 1800s. Today these gentle giants make beloved family pets, and are often described as the Apollo of Dogs, thanks to their grace, courage, stature, and beauty.
Great Danes Love Love
They need lots of affection and socialization with people and other animals, making them great family pets. Thanks to their sweet gentle, patient dispositions, Great Danes are great with kids - though like all dogs, they should never be left alone with young children, and they'll need to be taught not to play as rough as they would with a puppy.
Proper Training is Essential
With dogs this big and powerful, it is important that they obey commands and are properly socialized. Luckily, Danes are most friendly and eager to please, making training a pleasure. Buying from a reputable breeder also ensures good socialization in the crutial early months of the dog's life.
These Athletes Love Dog Sports
As strong, intelligent working dogs, Great Danes are wonderful competitors in a varieny of dog sports, including Agility, Obedience, Tracking, Weight Pulls and Fly Ball
Exercise and Security
Great Danes were bred to hunt boar, and if they get a scent, they'll want to follow it. Walks should be on a leash, and at home the yard will need to be securly fenced. You won't need to run a daily marathon with your Great Dane, but they will need activity. Remember that puppies have more energy and should be excercised accordingly
AKCÂ Registration is Important
After becoming the owner of a Great Dane, it is important to register your dog. Why? The AKC is the only purebred dog registry in the United States that maintains an investigation and inspection effort. The AKC conducts thousands of inspections each year to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of dogs and the environments in which they live