If you are fond of large dogs, then you Great Danes might interest you, especially with these 14 small facts about them.
#1 The name of the Great Dane is a bit misleading. Despite being called the Great Dane, the breed actually has its roots in Germany, not Denmark!
#2 They are also called “gentle giants” and the “king of dogs”.
#3 Gentleness was bred into them.
#4 Great Danes are considered easy to train.
#5 Great Danes are huge, with an average height of 2.5 to 2.8 feet.
#6 Surprisingly, the Great Dane typically doesn’t eat as much food as you’d think.
#7 Great Danes do not respond well to the hard training methods, as they are emotionally sensitive creatures.
#8 In just half a year, they can weigh as much as 100 pounds.
#9 Despite their big size, Great Dane is well suited for apartment life.
#10 They’re not the tallest breed.
#11 His tail can knock over a lot of things, particularly in a small space.
#12 A Great Dane will get along with other pets in the household.
#13 In the 18th century, Great Danes were prestigious guardians of estates and carriages.
#14 The famous Scooby-Doo character was based on a Great Dane.
