Saturday, 7 August 2010

Great Dane

The Great Dane, also called the Deutsche Dogge, is a large dog whose power is of the most important features it possesses. It's straight legs and a long neck. Its head is in a special form that has a narrow shape, which makes this clever animal dramatically striking. With its dark and round eyes, it's the capability to control its surroundings even in the darkest moments of the night. The great dane's ears can be seen in entirely different states, naturally long and floppy, or cropped. Cropping, although unnecessary, can be performed by a veterinarian in the first six months of your puppy's life.

A Great dane may have a coat in different colours, namely, black, blue, fawn and brindle, which are seldom present in the ancestors of the dog relatives. In addition, blue danes can have lighter eyes which contribute to the dog's speciality. Its height and weight can change according to the type and age of the dog. For example, a full grown male dog is 30-34 inches in height where an adult female is at most 32 inches tall. There's also taller canines but they can be regarded as the members of the minority.

Having discussed the physical aspects of great dane, they can now turn our attention to psychological features. First, the great dane is kind and playful, towards children. This dog has been known to be a great protector. Perhaps this is why so plenty of people use great danes as watchdogs. Not only is the dane alert, but it is size frightens potential intruders and anyone wishing to do harm.

Your great dane does not need any 'out of the ordinary' special maintenance. But you ought to pay close attention to your dane's diet. A proper method diet is essential to your pets overall physical and mental health. Why is this dog's diet so important? The great dane is liable to heart disease, tail issues, and bloat. It is short life, which averages about eight years, can be cut short by any of these medical problems-which are often related to poor dietary habits. Regular veterinarian check-ups are recommended, to decrease the chances of any serious disease.

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