Great Golden Dane Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Great Golden Dane is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Devoted
Gentle
Kind
Reserved
Trustworthy

Great Golden Dane dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Great Golden Dane. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Great Dane, Golden Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brindle

The coat of a Great Golden Dane falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Great Golden Dane can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Great Golden Dane dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Great Golden Dane breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Eye Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Great Golden Dane have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Great Golden Danes are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Snuggle, Walk

Great Golden Danes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Golden Dane, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Golden Danes usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Great Golden Dane is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Ideally, Great Golden Dane should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 94-140 pound (43 - 64 kg) Great Golden Dane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Golden Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Golden Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Great Golden Dane is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Great Golden Danes typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Great Golden Danes are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Great Golden Danes are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Great Golden Danes are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Great Golden Dane is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Great Golden Dane is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Great Golden Dane dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.