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Workinggiant🌍 GermanyCompanion and guardian
Great Dane
Gentle, dependable, watchful, affectionate
Popularity
795
Giant guardian breed known for elegance and gentle nature; needs space and moderate exercise.
Lifespan
7–10 years
Coat
smooth, short
Colors
fawn, brindle, harlequin, mantle, blue, black
Male height
30–32 in
Female height
28–30 in
Male weight
140–175 lb
Female weight
110–140 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
2
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
3
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
2
Grooming
2
Drooling
5
Coat length
1
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
2
