Working group · Giant
Great Dane
Friendly, patient, dependable gentle giant.
Lifespan7–10 yrs
Weight110–175 lb
Height28–32 in
Shedding Moderate
Exercise Moderate
Grooming Low
Health conditions to know
Bloat (GDV)
One of the highest-risk breeds; many owners discuss preventive gastropexy.
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Common giant-breed heart-muscle disease; cardiac screening advised.
Osteosarcoma
Bone cancer risk is high in giant breeds.
Hip dysplasia & wobbler syndrome
Joint and cervical-spine problems occur.
Recommended health screenings
Questions worth asking a breeder about the parents, or your vet about your dog:
- Cardiac (echo)
- OFA hip
- Thyroid panel
- Gastropexy discussion with vet
Who it suits
Owners with space and budget for a short-lived, giant companion.