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Great Dane
🐴 The Scooby-Doo dog! Great Danes are huge but think they are tiny lap dogs. They are gentle giants who give the biggest sloppy kisses!
⚡ Quick Facts
Size
Large
Weight
110-175 lbs (50-79 kg)
Life Expectancy
7-10 years
Energy Level
Medium
Good with Children
Yes
Apartment Friendly
Depends
💖 Personality & Behavior
They are giant goofballs! They will try to sit on your lap even if they don't fit. Very friendly and laid back.
🍖 Food & Treats
They eat A LOT! But they need to rest after eating. Raise their food bowl up high so they can reach it!
⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian
🎾 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Zoomies
- Long walks
- Cuddling
- Gentle tug
- Hide and seek
They have the 'zoomies' where they run like crazy for 5 minutes, then sleep for hours! Gentle walks are their favorite.
🏡 Living Environment
They take up a lot of space on the couch! Surprisingly, they are okay in apartments because they are so lazy inside.
✨ Fun Facts
- Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane!
- They are called the 'Apollo of Dogs'.
- The tallest dog ever was a Great Dane named Zeus.
- They grow very fast as puppies.
- They are very sensitive and love affection.
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