Dog Breeds - Great Dane
Published in Cats & Dogs News
The Great Dane is a breed of dog known for its large size and gentle personality commonly referred to as the "Gentle Giant." While the breed is thought to be about 400 years old, some sources state that similar dogs to were known in Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome with various sources reporting that the breed was developed from the medieval boarhound, the Mastiff, and Irish wolfhound lines. The minimum weight falls between 100 to 120 lb. and the minimum height must be between 28 and 32 inches at the withers.
In August 2004, a Great Dane named "Gibson" from Grass Valley, California was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the world's tallest dog, measuring an astounding 42.2 inches at the withers. The Great Dane's large and imposing appearance belies its friendly nature and they're generally well-disposed toward other dogs, non-canine pets, wild animals, and humans
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