Dog Breed Profile: Great Dane
Country of origin: Germany
Group: Working
Color: Fawn (tan with black mask), Brindle (tan with black stripes), solid black, blue, harlequin (white with black patches), and mantle (black head and body; white muzzle, collar, chest, feet, legs and tail tip)
Life span: 6 to 9 years
Grooming Needs: Brush coat and clean ears daily
Coat: Short, thick, and glossy
Size: Males 33-36 inches tall, 140-175 pounds; females 31-33 inches tall, 110-140 pounds
Training: Moderately trainable
Energy: High
Children: Good with children
Compatibility with other dogs: Good with other dogs
Health Concerns: Gastric torsion (bloat), osteosarcoma (bone cancer), cardiomyopathy (heart disease), hypothyroidism, and bone and joint problems such as hip dysplasia and Wobbler syndrome, a serious condition that affects the vertebra in the neck and can result in a wobbling gait
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