Great Dane Dog Breed and Characteristics

The easygoing Great Dane, the mighty “Apollo of Dogs,” is a total joy to live with—but owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. This breed is indeed great, but not a Dane.

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Sandy Mauck, breeder of BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes

Breeder Interviews

Sandy Mauck | BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes

Sandy Mauck is the breeder behind BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, see photos & more!

July 24, 2024

Paula Johnson, DVM, MS, CPIA, breeder of Rocky Creek Danes

Breeder Interviews

Paula Johnson, DVM, MS, CPIA | Rocky Creek Danes

Paula Johnson is the breeder behind Rocky Creek Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

July 24, 2024

Katie Edwards, breeder of Laurado Kennels Great Danes

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Katie Edwards | Laurado Kennels Great Danes

Katie Edwards is the breeder behind Laurado Kennels Great Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, photos & more!

July 23, 2024

Melissa Dreyer, breeder of Sunrise Great Danes

Breeder Interviews

Melissa Dreyer | Sunrise Great Danes & Pat Haltmeier | Haltmeier Danes

Discover insights from Great Dane breeders Melissa Dreyer and Pat Haltmeier on puppy selection, breed trends, and challenges in dog shows.

July 23, 2024

Jackie van Delft, Breeder of VanDelft Danes Kennel

Breeder Interviews

Jackie van Delft | VanDelft Danes

Jackie van Delft is breeder behind VanDelft Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

September 2, 2023

Breed Judging

Judging the Great Dane: Mighty Apollo of Dogs

The Great Dane is a large dog breed originating in Germany. See more: Great Dane breed judging, characteristics, and traits.

January 10, 2023

Photo showcasing an ideal Great Dane as described in the Breed Standard

Great Dane Dog Breed

The Great Dane Standard

Great Dane Breed Standard General Appearance: The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength and elegance with great size and a powerful,

January 1, 2023

Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty

Dog Show Candids

Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty | Kennewick, WA

Ringside photos from the Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty which was held on Sep 29 – Oct 02, 2022, in Kennewick, WA.

November 1, 2022

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Breeder Interviews

Sandy Mauck | BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes

Sandy Mauck is the breeder behind BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, see photos & more!

July 24, 2024

Breeder Interviews

Paula Johnson, DVM, MS, CPIA | Rocky Creek Danes

Paula Johnson is the breeder behind Rocky Creek Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

July 24, 2024

Breeder Interviews

Katie Edwards | Laurado Kennels Great Danes

Katie Edwards is the breeder behind Laurado Kennels Great Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, photos & more!

July 23, 2024

Breeder Interviews

Melissa Dreyer | Sunrise Great Danes & Pat Haltmeier | Haltmeier Danes

Discover insights from Great Dane breeders Melissa Dreyer and Pat Haltmeier on puppy selection, breed trends, and challenges in dog shows.

July 23, 2024

Breeder Interviews

Jackie van Delft | VanDelft Danes

Jackie van Delft is breeder behind VanDelft Danes. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

September 2, 2023

Breed Judging

Judging the Great Dane: Mighty Apollo of Dogs

The Great Dane is a large dog breed originating in Germany. See more: Great Dane breed judging, characteristics, and traits.

January 10, 2023

Great Dane Dog Breed

The Great Dane Standard

Great Dane Breed Standard General Appearance: The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength and elegance with great size and a powerful,

January 1, 2023

Dog Show Candids

Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty | Kennewick, WA

Ringside photos from the Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty which was held on Sep 29 – Oct 02, 2022, in Kennewick, WA.

November 1, 2022

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latest articles

Sandy Mauck | BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes

Paula Johnson, DVM, MS, CPIA | Rocky Creek Danes

Katie Edwards | Laurado Kennels Great Danes

Melissa Dreyer | Sunrise Great Danes & Pat Haltmeier | Haltmeier Danes

Jackie van Delft | VanDelft Danes

Judging the Great Dane: Mighty Apollo of Dogs

The Great Dane Standard

Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty | Kennewick, WA

latest articles

Sandy Mauck | BNB Danes, DiolaDanes & Hi-Class Danes

Paula Johnson, DVM, MS, CPIA | Rocky Creek Danes

Katie Edwards | Laurado Kennels Great Danes

Melissa Dreyer | Sunrise Great Danes & Pat Haltmeier | Haltmeier Danes

Jackie van Delft | VanDelft Danes

Judging the Great Dane: Mighty Apollo of Dogs

The Great Dane Standard

Inland Northwest Great Dane Club Specialty | Kennewick, WA

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