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| Breed: Great Dane
(replaces Good Dane, Not Bad Dane, & Acceptable Dane) | Group (AKC): Working |  |
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| Country of Origin | ancient Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound from northern Europe |
| Type of coat | short, shedding |
| Grooming | ocassional brushing, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning |
| Average height | 30-34 inches |
| Average weight | 120-165 pounds |
| Activity level | medium- low |
| Watchdog | good, very territorial |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | medium |
| Trainability | requires patience, guidance, extremely sensitive to harsh corrections |
| Compatibility with children | will love them but beware of their size, older children should be able to handle the dog if worked in obedience |
| Character | courageous, bold, nobile, easy-going, lovable, good-tempered, spirited, friendly, dependable, sweet |
| Ideal home environment | large house with big 6 foot tall fenced yard |
| Ideal owner | physically fit, strong, confident, easygoing leader with time to socialize, exercise, and train |
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training |
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