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GREAT
DANE
Characteristics,
care, health & breeder listings below.
 | AKC
Height: Ideally,
males 32"; females 30".
Color: Brindle
- The base color is yellow-gold and always brindled with strong
black cross stripes in a chevron pattern. Fawn - The color
shall be yellow gold with a black mask. Blue - The color
shall be a pure steel blue. Black - glossy black.
Harlequin - Base color shall be pure white with black torn
patches irregularly and well distributed over the entire body. Mantle
- The color shall be black and white with a solid black blanket
extending over the body; black skull with white muzzle. |
| Basic
Requirements: A
large yard with a strong 6' fence is important. Great Danes should
not be left alone for long periods in the yard or they may become
bored and destructive. Since Great Danes are a large breed dog,
obedience training should be started early. Weekly brushing and
occasional bathing will keep the coat in shape. |
| Temperament:
Great Danes
are loyal family companions. They are typically good with kids if
raised with them. Most are good watchdogs. |
| Health
(Health Dictionary click here) Average
lifespan is around 9 years. Watch for bloat, cancer, heart
disorders, Osteoarthritis, Congenital Esophageal Achala |
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Rescue
/ Great Dane breeders
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Great
Dane Club of America, Inc.
www.gdca.org
Idewild
Kennels, USA
http://www.idlewildkennels.com
Photo:
Miss.
Jetta-Rose
Age: Ten years old
Breed: Harlequin, Great Dane
Owner': Sri Dako
puppy photo courtesy of Idewild Kennels
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