Dog Breeds

Great Dane


Great Dane


The Great Dane was developed in Germany to hunt wild boars.

The name of the breed (in the English language) is a translation of an old French designation, grand Danois, meaning "big Danish." This was only one of half a dozen names which had been used for centuries in France. Why the English adopted the name "Great Dane" from the French is a mystery.
They can make great family dogs but require a lot of companionship and attention.

These dogs weigh 100 to 200 lbs. and stand 28-34" at the shoulders. Females are smaller than males.

Photo courtesy of Lisa Downey

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Lisa Downey
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Phone: 804-769-7812
Downey Danes

Our danes are AKC CKC Reg. We breed blues and blacks. We do not crop our danes ears, but are not against you doing so if you purchase a puppy. Our website is www.freewebs.com/downeydanes/ We currently have a litter due at the end of May 2005. Call or email for more information or any questions.
Great Dane

 

The Great Dane
by Anna K. Nicholas
In this practical, beautifully illustrated book, the author traces the development of the Dane from Germany to its world-wide popularity today, and using numerous kennel stories, brings to life many of the most important Danes and the people who have made the breed special. 319 pp. / 200+ color photos / TFH-1988
The Complete Dog Book: The Photograph, History and Official Standard of Every Breed Admitted to Akc Registration, and the Selection, Training, Breed
by The American Kennel Club, American Kennel Club "THE BREEDS CURRENTLY RECOGNIZED FOR REGISTRATION BY THE American Kennel Club are presented in this section in the order in which they appear in dog..."

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