Everything Great Dane parents need to know about caring for big, beautiful, occasionally dramatic dogs. From nutrition and vet advice to safety, supplements, and daily care, this section keeps your gentle giants thriving—emotionally, physically, and comedically
Great Dane & Bone Cancer We big dogs are way more likely to get bone cancer than our smaller buddies. It’s called osteosarcoma, which is a fancy word that means “ouch, my bones hurt really bad.” Because we grow so fast from tiny puppies to giants who can look you in the eye, our bones sometimes get confused…
Great Danes & Plants Woof! Let me tell you something important about plants from a Great Dane who learned the hard way. So here’s the deal – some of those pretty green things our humans love to decorate with are dangerous for us dogs. I know, I know, it’s confusing! They look so innocent sitting there in their little…
Great Danes & Heartworm Woof! Let me tell you something important about us, Great Danes, and this sneaky thing called heartworm disease. Being a giant dog isn’t always easy – my slow metabolism means I might not show symptoms right away when those pesky heartworms move in. By the time I start coughing or feeling tired, those worms have already made themselves…
Great Danes & Fruits So here’s the scoop from this four-legged fruit expert: My humans did extensive research with vets, and they discovered that I can munch on some pretty tasty treats! Apples without seeds are amazing – they’re crunchy and sweet. Just make sure those pesky seeds are gone first! Blueberries are like little blue…
Why Do Great Danes Eat Grass Woof! Let me tell you why I, a Great Dane, love munching on that green stuff in the yard. First off, it’s in my DNA! My wild dog ancestors ate grass way before humans invented kibble. So when I’m out there chomping away, I’m just following my ancient instincts. Pretty cool, right? Sometimes my tummy feels weird after eating…
reat Danes & Coconut Oil Woof! Let me tell you about my favorite superfood – coconut oil! First off, this stuff gives me amazing energy! I mean, I already bounce around like a kangaroo on coffee, but coconut oil makes me feel like I could chase squirrels for hours. My humans love watching me zoom around the yard…
Great Danes & Snoring Woof! Let me tell you about my biggest talent – I’m a furry freight train when I sleep! My huge head and smooshed-in nose make breathing a real adventure, especially when I’m catching some Z’s. When I relax and drift off to dreamland (usually dreaming about bacon, obviously), my airways get all squished up….
How to Keep Fleas off Your Great Dane To keep fleas off me, my humans need to team up medical treatments with some natural tricks. My vet can prescribe oral medications or topical stuff that works – trust me, I’ve tried everything! My humans can also use natural helpers like neem or rosemary, which smell way better than those chemical…
Great Danes & Fitness We Great Danes need 30 to 60 minutes of exercise every single day. Trust me, if you skip my workout time, I might redecorate your living room with the contents of your trash can. It’s not personal – it’s just what happens when we get bored! Exercise keeps our huge hearts pumping strong and…
Reduce Anxiety in Your Great Dane Let me tell you something – us Great Danes can get pretty nervous sometimes, and trust me, when a 150-pound dog gets anxious, everyone notices! But don’t worry, I’ve got some paw-some tips to help my fellow gentle giants chill out. First things first – we LOVE routines! Feed me at the same…