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Food allergy can occur in your dog whether you want it or not. But make sure that it is really food allergy before taking steps in treating it…

Great Danes, like most giant dogs, have fairly slow metabolism. Bloat is a common health problem of this breed and occasionally, some develop yeast infection. Great Danes and other breeds of dog may also suffer from various kinds of allergies. Though less common compared to flea bite allergy and atopy, food allergy can occur in dogs as well as in cats. Food allergy can affect both male and female dog, neutered/spayed or intact and puppy or grown dog, but is more common in dogs between two to six years of age.

A collar is a piece of material placed around the dog’s neck used for control, identification, training or other purposes…

Wandering with Great Danes is incredibly a great way to relax and have fun. Imagine yourself and your gentle giant walking in the park, enjoying the moment in each other’s company. The sight will definitely draw attention from the crowd. As much as it is fun for some dog owners, going out with dogs worries others because of the dangers that may possibly come along the way. But there is no need to worry every time you are out with your dog whether for exercise or a trip to the vet. All you need is a good dog collar to keep your dog safe and controlled. Dog collar does not just keep your dog safe and controlled when you are out, it is also an ideal tool in training your beloved dog.

Know how thyroid affects your dog’s health…

A Great Dane could possibly suffer a disease called hypothyroidism. Aside from Great Danes, this disease is suffered by most mid-size to large breeds such as Boxers, Labrador Retrievers, Rottweilers and German Shepherds.

Just like the human body, a dog, has various endocrine glands that secrete chemical substances called hormones. The thyroid gland, the two small butterfly-shaped lobes located in the neck is the master gland. This gland has a number of functions but is well known for regulating the dog’s metabolic rate. If the thyroid gland is malfunctioning, every cell in the body is affected.

Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland malfunctions and unable to produce not enough hormone called thyroxin. As stated, this gland is important in regulating the dog’s metabolic rate. It controls the growth and development and maintains normal protein, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. The disease usually occurs to dogs two to six years of age. While it has been said that thyroid disorders are inherited, diet and environmental factors such as pollutants and allergies are also culprits for the occurrence of this disease.

Discover useful information on dog training methods…

Despite their distinguishable giant and powerful built, Great Danes are generally gentle and friendly dogs. People who discovered the true nature of Great Danes can’t help but admire and love them. They are kind, sweet and affectionate. They are also playful and patient with children. Great Danes are indeed four-legged giants a man could have for a bestfriend.

However, despite this breed’s remarkable gentleness, they do need training just like any other dog breeds. Dog training is essential because through this process, a dog is taught to perform and master certain behaviors in order to make your dog a well-behaved one. Training a dog can be done in a lot of ways regardless of the purpose of the training – obedience, behavior, activity training or other specialized training.

Before you and your pet hit the road, make sure that he is fit to travel…

Great Danes are playful dogs. They love almost everyone and they want to be around people. This breed will definitely enjoy a half an hour walk with dad or even just chilling in the couch with mom. They will also enjoy a five-minute ride around the neighborhood or a road trip to the nearest beach in your area. Yes, most dogs love to ride in the car. Be it a ride to granny’s home or just a trip to the vet, riding a car will surely paint smiles on the faces of your Great Danes.

Get your dog to enjoy the car ride and then off you can go wherever your desires take you. Here are some tips to make the car ride enjoyable for you and your dog.

Facts you should know about Great Danes…

It has been said that Great Danes are descendants of Mastiff, Irish Wolfhound and Bullenbeisser. Years of careful breeding resulted to this tall, chiseled dog, so robust yet so gentle, so regal and elegant. Great Danes possess remarkable characteristics that capture attention and admiration wherever it goes.

Probably some people think that this breed won’t make good household pets (especially those who are living in apartments) because of their giant size. Their height ranges from 30 to 40 inches and the typical weight for males ranges from 54 to 90 kg. and 45 to 68 kg. for females. In fact, a Great Dane named Gibson holds the title as the world’s tallest dog in the Guinness World Records in 2004. But despite their giant size, a Great Dane can manage life in an apartment quite well. Their energy is not as high as other breeds and only need half an hour walk and some run few times a week.

Discover how wonderful these gentle giants are…

Some of us may not notice but a lot of Great Danes are included in various films and television shows. Do you know that the famous cartoon character Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane? This animal character of the popular television series was created based on a Great Dane. But, Scooby-Doo is not the only popular Dane. In fact, Great Danes have been in various films and television series even during the 19th century. So what makes this breed so popular to be sought after by various film makers?

This domestic dog is known for its giant size and gentle personality and is often referred to as the “Gentle Giant and the “Apollo of all breed”. Along with the Irish Wolfhound, Great Danes are considered the tallest dog breed with the height ranges from 30-40 inches (76-100 cm.). The males typically weigh 54-90 kg. (120-200 lbs.) and 45-68 kg. (100-150 lbs.) for females. This breed’s giant and powerful body is covered with short, soft, thick and shiny close fitting hair in six show-acceptable colors. The colors are fawn, brindle, blue, black, harlequin and mantle. Other colors such as white, fawnequin, merle, merlequin and fawn mantle may occur occasionally but are not acceptable in the show ring.

Cropping of the ears is purely the owner’s choice…

Picture of giant dogs will surely appear in one’s mind when talking about Great Danes. But they are not only known as large dogs. Another distinctive characteristic of Great Danes is their cropped ears. Ear cropping began centuries ago as a preventive measure. Yes, you read it right. Ears were a problem in hunting that is why they are cropped to prevent wolves and wild boar from grabbing hold of the ears.

Cropping refers to the removal or amputation of the ears. So why deem it as a preventive measure when the process itself induces pain to the animal? Since hundreds of years ago, different dog breeds were used as hunting dogs. Ears were a problem in hunting and one way to address the problem is to have the ears cropped. Cropping of the ears was done to prevent wolves and wild boar (often the objective of Great Dane hunt) from grabbing hold of the ears.

Bloat is a very serious health problem for Great Danes. Know more about it…

Bloat is the number one killer of large and deep-chested dogs such as Great Danes, German Shepherds and Dobermans. It is an emergency situation that could kill your pet in less than an hour. Bloat, formally called “Gastric Dilatation- Volvulus” (GDV) is a condition in which the stomach becomes overstretched. Bloat of the stomach is often related to excessive gas content but food and fluid can also be present. Stress and anxiety may also cause bloat to occur. Bloat is also referred to as torsion or gastric torsion and gastric dilation-volvulus when the stomach is also twisted.