How big do Great Danes get?
The standard set for the breed by the Great Dane Club of America requires female Great Danes to be at least 28 inches tall at the shoulder and males to be at least 30 inches but most Great Danes will be taller than this. A typical male may be 34 to 36 inches tall and a female 31 to 33 inches. Weight may be 120-170 pounds or more. Six-month-old fawn bitch is already 28 inches at the shoulder. What is the temperament of the Great Dane? Great Danes are people oriented, wanting to please and be with their families. They need to be socialized so they are comfortable around different people and other dogs, and they should receive basic obedience training. Are Great Danes good with children? Great Danes can be wonderful with children. But keep in mind that a six month old pup will outweigh a six year old child! A playful Dane puppy can knock down a small child in fun and a wagging tail or paw can be on the same level as a child’s face. If you have not raised a giant breed before and you have
