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Working Group — Origin: Germany
Great Dane
A giant-sized working-group dog known for being friendly and patient.
- Size
- Giant
- Weight
- 50–90 kg
- Lifespan
- 7–10 yrs
Strength
10
Stamina
-4
Trainability
-1
Friendliness
4
At a mid-life age of 8.5 years, this breed is roughly
65.6 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Giant-breed formula with controlled calcium
- Two to three smaller meals to ease digestion
- Joint-support supplement from puppyhood
What it does
- Leisurely neighborhood strolls
- Puzzle toys and scent games
- Lounging near the family
Habitat
Requires ample indoor and outdoor space; a large yard and cool shelter matter more than square footage indoors.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a dependable streak, this breed keeps its condition with low daily exertion.
Low exertion~-28 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Germany, the Great Dane has been recognized as part of the Working group for generations of purposeful breeding.