Read About Black Great Dane

Black Great Dane Dog is also known as 'Apollo of all dogs.' Here's everything you need to know about this dog breed.

Black Great Dane Dog - Facts

1. AKC Group:

   (American Kennel Group) Working.

2. Size & Weight:

   Male 30 -- 34 inches tall, 120 -- 200 lbs. Female 28 -- 32 inches tall, 100 -- 130 lbs.

3. Coat:

   Short thick and shiny coat.

4. Head & Muzzle:

   Long Narrow head with an accentuated frontal stop and a large nasal canal. It has a large muzzle.

5. Body:

   Long muscular neck and straight front legs, muscular thighs, and round feet with a tail reaching the point of the hock.

6. Colors:

   Black.

7. Life Expectancy:

   Under 10 Years.

8. Popularity:

   Popular as a watchdog.

9. Habitat:

   It needs room to play outside.

Black Great Dane Dog - Origins

1. Country of Origin:

   Germany.

2. Lineage:

   Mastiff like dogs crossed with greyhounds to produce agile Great Dane.

3. Date Admitted to AKC:

   1887

4. Historical Information:

   They can be found incised on Greek coins dating to 36 BC. Despite their names, they have nothing to do with Denmark.

Black Great Dane Dog - Defining Characteristics

1. Training Ease:

   Black Great Dane dogs are considered difficult to train.

2. Temperament:

   They are dignified, kind, sweet, and affectionate.

3. Child Friendly:

   They are playful and patient with kids.

4. Behavior:

   A steady and good watchdog, it is extremely responsible and dependable.

5. Habits:

   It does not bark much.

Black Great Dane Dog - Concerns

1. Health Issues:

   Prone to bloat, tumors, heart diseases, and tail injuries.

2. Feeding:

   It requires large quantity due to its great size.

3. Exercise Needs:

   Black Great Dane Dog needs sufficient exercise.

4. Grooming Needs:

   Grooming them is fairly easy though bathing this giant is a chore.

5. Special Household Needs:

   Black Great Dane dog requires a large yard.

6. Travel Needs:

   None.

7. Getting Along With Other Pets:

   Yes, if raised with them from puppyhood.

Black Great Dane Dog -- How to Choose

1. What to Look for in a Healthy Puppy:

   A puppy needs to be bought from OFA certified stock since many poor specimens of the breed are available.

2. What you will Need for a New Puppy:

   A nail trimmer is essential. In addition, a Black Great Dane needs to be well trained in puppyhood only because due to its size it's impossible to do so once it grows. Owners have to pay attention to not jog with it until it is one year old.

3. Puppy-Proofing your House:

   Remove things on which the dog can lean since it can be hazardous for the dog that needs to adjust to its size.

4. How to Make your New Puppy Feel at Home:

   Black Great Dane Dogs will feel at home if there are lots of people around them.