Great Danes and labs are related as the Great Dane Labradane is a mixed dog breed that is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and Great Dane dog breed.
Great Danes are very large dogs and need a lot of space to run around.
The larger the space the better and it's recommended you have at least 1/2 acre to 1 acre of land to allow the Great Dane plenty of space to run around.
Although some Great Danes live perfectly fine in smaller yards and places as long as they get out and get plenty of exercise.
Great Danes have heart attacks and heart conditions due their large size and because of an enlargement of the heart muscle from a disease called cardiomyopathy.
Because the Great Dane is so large it takes a toll on their heart and other body parts so they live shorter lives and are more prone to heart disease, heart attack and early death.
Great Danes continue to grow until around 2 years of age.
By 2 years of age the Great Dane dog is fully grown and will not grow anymore.
Fully grown adult male Great Danes are usually 32 inches in height and weigh around 175 lbs as Great Danes are very large dogs but they also have a very short life of around 8 years or less.
The average age for a Great Dane to die is between the ages of 7 to 8 years old although some Great Danes may live as long as 10 years.
The oldest living Great Dane was a Great Dane named Freddy who was a very tall Great Dane that lived to be 8 and 1/2 years old.
Great Danes lifespan are so short because of Joint and Bone Disease.
Great Danes also tend to live shorter lives due to the increased risk of certain diseases such as Bloat, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, and Cancer.
The oldest Great Dane ever recorded live to be about 15 years old!
Although the average lifespan of Great Danes is between 8 years to 10 years.
Great Danes do like to cuddle and surprisingly Great Danes are very loving and affectionate dogs.
Despite their daunting size, Danes are highly affectionate and social.
These pups love love.
A Great Dane needs lots of affection and socialization with people and other animals, making them great family pets.
Despite their large size, most Great Danes think they're lap dogs and seek TLC with their people.
Known for “leaning” on people as they stand, these 100 to 200 pound pups are oblivious to their magnitude.
Certain dog breeds are very affectionate and feel a need to be in your space at all times.
Great Danes, for example, are considered gentle giants and have been known to favor children.
So, it may be perfectly normal for a large dog to try to sit on a tiny lap as a way to bond with and protect his playmate.
The Great Dane is a large sized dog breed originating from Germany.
The Great Dane descends from hunting dogs from the Middle Ages used to hunt wild boar and deer, and as guardians of German nobility.
It is one of the largest breeds in the world along with its relative, the Irish Wolfhound.
Great Danes have an average lifespan of between 8 to 10 years.
Great Danes are considered gentle giants. They are moderately playful, affectionate and good with children.
They will guard their home.
Great Danes generally get along with other animals, particularly if raised with them, but some individuals in the breed can be aggressive with dogs they do not know.
Towering over medium breeds, Great Danes fall under the giant dog category.
They have a regal, intelligent, and loyal temperament, bonding closely with their owners and making wonderful family dogs.
A well-trained Great Dane will thrive in most households.