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I want to start this article, about my Great Dane puppy, from fun fact in languages, in English the breed called "Great Dane" and in Russian - "Dog" :) fun isn't it? cuz dog in Rus translate as "Sobaka", so looks like You can ask me "Vik, what dog do You have?" and I will answer "I have a Dog dog" :)
Whatever...
In English i will say Great Dane and in Russian I will say Dog :) and I hope You will understand me :)
So, let's be back to December, actually to 17th of December when great Great Dane Duchess born 13 or 14 puppies (yeah, a lot!) in Alabama (jizz it's sound fun in English to - cuz i said great Great Dane, oh my)...
I can't finish this article without laughing :) yeah, baby! But being strict and dry is not my style :) You will see!
here is picture on 1st week of life some puppies:
I was thinking about some great name (jizz I'm laughing at that old joke again - but look I thought about great name for my new Great Dane - damn why they don't call it Just Dane?)...
99% of the Great Danes in USA named by Greece Mythology creatures... why? cuz Americans think that if one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (actually 3rd) - The Statue of Zeus at Olympia (was made by the Greek sculptor Phidias, circa 432 BC on the site where it was erected in the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece) huge :)
So they think maybe all what is big in this World on Earth must have names from that period... I don't know, but I look for weeks for Great Dane puppy, and i saw hundreds of Hercules, Zeus, Titan, Apollo etc... I also want something big and great (aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah how many times I will repeat word great when I'm talking about my Great Dane?) named my dog - so I choose word Kaiser. Wanna know what is it?
Kaiser is the German title meaning "Emperor", with Kaiserin being the female equivalent, "Empress". Like the Russian Czar it is directly derived from the Latin Emperors' title of Caesar, which in turn is derived from the personal name of a branch of the gens (clan) Julia, to which Gaius Julius Caesar, the forebear of the first imperial family, belonged. In English, the term "the Kaiser" is usually reserved for the Emperors of the German Empire, the emperors of the Austrian Empire and those of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Although the British monarchs styled "Emperor of India" were also called "Kaisar-i-Hind" in Hindi and Urdu, this word, although ultimately sharing the same Latin origin, is derived from the Greek Kaisar, not the German Kaiser.
Another version, is that I'm a bodybuilder, and huge fan of IFBB Pro Kai L. Green - great bodybuilder with great name for Great Dane puppy - again not bad person, super heavyweight, to be named on honor, lil puppy again, whose father was 190 lbs :) ha?
Do You want to know anything about Great Danes? let me be Your teacher friends :)
The Great Dane (18th Cent. French: Grand Danois), also known as German Mastiff' (German: Deutsche Dogge) or Danish Hound (German: Dänischer Hund), is a breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) known for its giant size. The breed is commonly referred to as the "Apollo of all breeds". The Great Dane is one of the world's tallest dog breeds, they're sometimes called "The World's Largest Lap Dog". The current world record holder, measuring 109 cm (43 in) from paw to shoulder; 220 cm (7.2 ft) from head to tail, is George. The previous Great Dane to hold the world record as tallest living dog was Gibson, who was 31⁄2 ft (106.7 cm) tall at the withers and 7 ft 1 in (215.9 cm) on his hind legs.
Like most dogs, Great Danes require daily walks to remain healthy. However it is important not to over exercise this breed, particularly when young. Great Dane puppies grow very large, very fast, which puts them at risk of joint and bone problems. Because of a puppy's natural energy, Dane owners often take steps to minimize activity while the dog is still growing.
Given their large size, Great Danes continue to grow (mostly gaining weight) longer than most dogs. Even at one year of age a Great Dane will continue to grow for several more months.Great Danes, like most giant dogs, have a fairly slow metabolism. This results in less energy and less food consumption per pound of dog than in small breeds. Great Danes have some health problems that are common to large breeds, including gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) (a painful distending and twisting of the stomach). This is a critical condition that can affect Great Danes and other deep-chested breeds, and which may cause death if not quickly addressed. Drinking large amounts of fluid in a short period of time can provoke GDV in Great Danes, as well as other larger breeds of dogs. It is a commonly recommended practice for Great Danes to have their stomachs tacked (Gastropexy) to the right abdominal wall if the dog or its relatives have a history of GDV, though some veterinary surgeons will not do the operation if the actual sickness has not occurred. Elevated food dishes are often believed to help prevent GDV by regulating the amount of air that is inhaled while eating, although one study suggests that they may increase the risk. Refraining from exercise or activity immediately before and after meals may also reduce risk, although this has not been validated with research. Signs that GDV may have occurred include, but are not limited to, visible distension (enlargement of the abdomen) and repeated retching that resembles repetitive non-productive attempts to vomit. GDV is a condition that is distinct from another condition referred to as bloat; though, bloat may precede the development of GDV. GDV is a surgical emergency; immediate veterinary evaluation should be sought if a dog demonstrates signs of this condition.
Breed clubs health surveys in the UK and US put the average life span of Great Danes at 6.5 to 7 years.
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and many congenital heart diseases are also commonly found in the Great Dane, leading to its nickname of the Heartbreak breed, in conjunction with its shorter lifespan. Great Danes also suffer from several genetic disorders that are specific to the breed. For example, if a Great Dane lacks color (is white) near its eyes or ears then that organ does not develop and usually the dog will be either blind, deaf, or both.
It is reported that the Great Dane was developed from mastiff-like dogs taken to Germany by the Alans. According to Barbara Stein, "The breed originated in Germany, probably from a cross between the English mastiff and the Irish Wolfhound." However, other sources maintain that the breed originated in Denmark and still others report the question as controversial and unsettled In 1749 Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon used the name "le Grand Danois," (translated by William Smellie as "Great Dane"). Up until that time the hound was referred to in England as "Danish dog." According to Jacob Nicolay Wilse the Danes called the dog "large hound," a terminology continued well in to the 20th century. As late as in the 1780 Germany the hound is referred to as "Grosser Dänischer Jagdhund" (English: Large Danish Hunting Hound). At the first dog exhibition, held in Hamburg 14–20 July 1863, eight dogs were called "Dänische Dogge" and seven "Ulmer Doggen."
In Germany, Great Danes were used to hunt wild boar. Upon the breed's arrival in America in the late 1800's, Great Danes and other large hunting breeds were often referred to as Boar Hounds.Great Danes are very popular in culture to :)
Good luck
El Toro
I want to start this article, about my Great Dane puppy, from fun fact in languages, in English the breed called "Great Dane" and in Russian - "Dog" :) fun isn't it? cuz dog in Rus translate as "Sobaka", so looks like You can ask me "Vik, what dog do You have?" and I will answer "I have a Dog dog" :)
Whatever...
In English i will say Great Dane and in Russian I will say Dog :) and I hope You will understand me :)
So, let's be back to December, actually to 17th of December when great Great Dane Duchess born 13 or 14 puppies (yeah, a lot!) in Alabama (jizz it's sound fun in English to - cuz i said great Great Dane, oh my)...
I can't finish this article without laughing :) yeah, baby! But being strict and dry is not my style :) You will see!
here is picture on 1st week of life some puppies:
25 December 2010, Alabama
Look at 1st puppy on left, most pretty, with orange ribbon and white nose (beautiful baby has white paws, white end of tail, white nose and white chest) - that's my baby! I'm happy to introduce to the El Toro World - Kai!I was thinking about some great name (jizz I'm laughing at that old joke again - but look I thought about great name for my new Great Dane - damn why they don't call it Just Dane?)...
99% of the Great Danes in USA named by Greece Mythology creatures... why? cuz Americans think that if one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (actually 3rd) - The Statue of Zeus at Olympia (was made by the Greek sculptor Phidias, circa 432 BC on the site where it was erected in the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece) huge :)
A fanciful reconstruction of Phidias' statue of Zeus, in an engraving made by Philippe Galle in 1572, from a drawing by Maarten van Heemskerck
Just look how small are people, close to the Zeus feet. They are aprx size of his toes...So they think maybe all what is big in this World on Earth must have names from that period... I don't know, but I look for weeks for Great Dane puppy, and i saw hundreds of Hercules, Zeus, Titan, Apollo etc... I also want something big and great (aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah how many times I will repeat word great when I'm talking about my Great Dane?) named my dog - so I choose word Kaiser. Wanna know what is it?
Kaiser is the German title meaning "Emperor", with Kaiserin being the female equivalent, "Empress". Like the Russian Czar it is directly derived from the Latin Emperors' title of Caesar, which in turn is derived from the personal name of a branch of the gens (clan) Julia, to which Gaius Julius Caesar, the forebear of the first imperial family, belonged. In English, the term "the Kaiser" is usually reserved for the Emperors of the German Empire, the emperors of the Austrian Empire and those of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Although the British monarchs styled "Emperor of India" were also called "Kaisar-i-Hind" in Hindi and Urdu, this word, although ultimately sharing the same Latin origin, is derived from the Greek Kaisar, not the German Kaiser.
Kaiser of the Austrian Empire, Franz I (1804–1835)
So, I decide, Emperor is not bad name for puppy, whose father was 190lbs :) ha? Another version, is that I'm a bodybuilder, and huge fan of IFBB Pro Kai L. Green - great bodybuilder with great name for Great Dane puppy - again not bad person, super heavyweight, to be named on honor, lil puppy again, whose father was 190 lbs :) ha?
Kai L. Green when he won Arnold Classic at Arnold's Sport Festival 2010
But no, I will not tell You that i call dog as Pro bodybuilder :) even i also saw some Great Dane puppies named as Arnold :) You know after whom :)Do You want to know anything about Great Danes? let me be Your teacher friends :)
The Great Dane (18th Cent. French: Grand Danois), also known as German Mastiff' (German: Deutsche Dogge) or Danish Hound (German: Dänischer Hund), is a breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) known for its giant size. The breed is commonly referred to as the "Apollo of all breeds". The Great Dane is one of the world's tallest dog breeds, they're sometimes called "The World's Largest Lap Dog". The current world record holder, measuring 109 cm (43 in) from paw to shoulder; 220 cm (7.2 ft) from head to tail, is George. The previous Great Dane to hold the world record as tallest living dog was Gibson, who was 31⁄2 ft (106.7 cm) tall at the withers and 7 ft 1 in (215.9 cm) on his hind legs.
A Harlequin Great Dane
As described by the American Kennel Club, "The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength and elegance with great size and a powerful, well-formed, smoothly muscled body. It is one of the giant working breeds, but is unique in that its general conformation must be so well balanced that it never appears clumsy, and shall move with a long reach and powerful drive." The Great Dane is a short haired breed with a strong galloping figure. In the ratio between length and height, the Great Dane should be square. The male dog should not be less than 30 in (76 cm) at the shoulders, a female 28 in (71 cm). Danes under minimum height are disqualified.
From year to year, the tallest living dog is typically a Great Dane. Previous record holders include Gibson and Titan, however the current record holder is a blue Great Dane named Giant Georgewho stands 43 in (110 cm) at the shoulder. He is also the tallest dog on record (according Guinness World Records), beating the previous holder who was a brindle Great Dane named Shamgret Danzas, who stood 42.5 in (108 cm) at the shoulder.
The minimum weight for a Great Dane over eighteen months is 120 lb (54 kg) for males, 100 lb (45 kg) for females. Unusually, the American Kennel Club dropped the minimum weight requirement from its standard. The male should appear more massive throughout than the female, with a larger frame and heavier bone.
Great Danes have naturally floppy, triangular ears. In the past, when Great Danes were commonly used to hunt boars, cropping of the ears was performed to make injuries to the dogs' ears less likely during hunts. Now that Danes are primarily companion animals, cropping is sometimes still done for traditional and cosmetic reasons. Today, the practice is somewhat common in the United States and much less common in Europe. In some European countries such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, parts of Australia, and in New Zealand, the practice is banned, or controlled to only be performed by veterinary surgeons.
There are six show-acceptable coat colors for Great Danes:
The Great Dane's large and imposing appearance belies its friendly nature; the breed is often referred to as a gentle giant. Great Danes are generally well-disposed toward other dogs, other non-canine pets and humans, although, when feeling threatened, have been known to attack humans. This is usually brought on by a person that is unfamiliar to the dog. Some breeds may chase or attack small animals, but this is not typical with Great Danes.From year to year, the tallest living dog is typically a Great Dane. Previous record holders include Gibson and Titan, however the current record holder is a blue Great Dane named Giant Georgewho stands 43 in (110 cm) at the shoulder. He is also the tallest dog on record (according Guinness World Records), beating the previous holder who was a brindle Great Dane named Shamgret Danzas, who stood 42.5 in (108 cm) at the shoulder.
The minimum weight for a Great Dane over eighteen months is 120 lb (54 kg) for males, 100 lb (45 kg) for females. Unusually, the American Kennel Club dropped the minimum weight requirement from its standard. The male should appear more massive throughout than the female, with a larger frame and heavier bone.
Great Danes have naturally floppy, triangular ears. In the past, when Great Danes were commonly used to hunt boars, cropping of the ears was performed to make injuries to the dogs' ears less likely during hunts. Now that Danes are primarily companion animals, cropping is sometimes still done for traditional and cosmetic reasons. Today, the practice is somewhat common in the United States and much less common in Europe. In some European countries such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, parts of Australia, and in New Zealand, the practice is banned, or controlled to only be performed by veterinary surgeons.
There are six show-acceptable coat colors for Great Danes:
- Fawn: The color is yellow gold with a black mask. Black should appear on the eye rims and eyebrows, and may appear on the ears.
- Brindle: The color is fawn and black in a chevron stripe pattern. Often also they are referred to as having a tiger-stripe pattern.
- Blue: The color is a pure steel blue. White markings at the chest and toes are not desirable and considered faults.
- Black: The color is a glossy black. White markings at the chest and toes are not desirable and considered faults.
- Harlequin: The base color is pure white with black torn patches irregularly and well distributed over the entire body; a pure white neck is preferred. The black patches should never be large enough to give the appearance of a blanket, nor so small as to give a stippled or dappled effect. Eligible, but less desirable, are a few small grey patches (this grey is consistent with a Merle marking) or a white base with single black hairs showing through, which tend to give a salt and pepper or dirty effect. (Have the same link to deafness and blindness as Merle and white danes.)
- Mantle (in some countries referred to as Bostons due to the similar coloration and pattern as a Boston Terrier): The color is black and white with a solid black blanket extending over the body; black skull with white muzzle; white blaze is optional; whole white collar preferred; a white chest; white on part or whole of forelegs and hind legs; white tipped black tail. A small white marking in the black blanket is acceptable, as is a break in the white collar.
Like most dogs, Great Danes require daily walks to remain healthy. However it is important not to over exercise this breed, particularly when young. Great Dane puppies grow very large, very fast, which puts them at risk of joint and bone problems. Because of a puppy's natural energy, Dane owners often take steps to minimize activity while the dog is still growing.
Given their large size, Great Danes continue to grow (mostly gaining weight) longer than most dogs. Even at one year of age a Great Dane will continue to grow for several more months.Great Danes, like most giant dogs, have a fairly slow metabolism. This results in less energy and less food consumption per pound of dog than in small breeds. Great Danes have some health problems that are common to large breeds, including gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) (a painful distending and twisting of the stomach). This is a critical condition that can affect Great Danes and other deep-chested breeds, and which may cause death if not quickly addressed. Drinking large amounts of fluid in a short period of time can provoke GDV in Great Danes, as well as other larger breeds of dogs. It is a commonly recommended practice for Great Danes to have their stomachs tacked (Gastropexy) to the right abdominal wall if the dog or its relatives have a history of GDV, though some veterinary surgeons will not do the operation if the actual sickness has not occurred. Elevated food dishes are often believed to help prevent GDV by regulating the amount of air that is inhaled while eating, although one study suggests that they may increase the risk. Refraining from exercise or activity immediately before and after meals may also reduce risk, although this has not been validated with research. Signs that GDV may have occurred include, but are not limited to, visible distension (enlargement of the abdomen) and repeated retching that resembles repetitive non-productive attempts to vomit. GDV is a condition that is distinct from another condition referred to as bloat; though, bloat may precede the development of GDV. GDV is a surgical emergency; immediate veterinary evaluation should be sought if a dog demonstrates signs of this condition.
Breed clubs health surveys in the UK and US put the average life span of Great Danes at 6.5 to 7 years.
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and many congenital heart diseases are also commonly found in the Great Dane, leading to its nickname of the Heartbreak breed, in conjunction with its shorter lifespan. Great Danes also suffer from several genetic disorders that are specific to the breed. For example, if a Great Dane lacks color (is white) near its eyes or ears then that organ does not develop and usually the dog will be either blind, deaf, or both.
It is reported that the Great Dane was developed from mastiff-like dogs taken to Germany by the Alans. According to Barbara Stein, "The breed originated in Germany, probably from a cross between the English mastiff and the Irish Wolfhound." However, other sources maintain that the breed originated in Denmark and still others report the question as controversial and unsettled In 1749 Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon used the name "le Grand Danois," (translated by William Smellie as "Great Dane"). Up until that time the hound was referred to in England as "Danish dog." According to Jacob Nicolay Wilse the Danes called the dog "large hound," a terminology continued well in to the 20th century. As late as in the 1780 Germany the hound is referred to as "Grosser Dänischer Jagdhund" (English: Large Danish Hunting Hound). At the first dog exhibition, held in Hamburg 14–20 July 1863, eight dogs were called "Dänische Dogge" and seven "Ulmer Doggen."
In Germany, Great Danes were used to hunt wild boar. Upon the breed's arrival in America in the late 1800's, Great Danes and other large hunting breeds were often referred to as Boar Hounds.Great Danes are very popular in culture to :)
- The Great Dane was named the state dog of Pennsylvania in 1965.
- Scooby-Doo, the famous Hanna-Barbera character, was based on a Great Dane by animation designer Iwao Takamoto. Takamoto based his illustrations on sketches given to him by a Hanna-Barbera employee who bred this dog. Scooby closely resembles a Great Dane, although his tail is longer than the breed's, bearing closer resemblance to a cat's tail.
- The athletic teams of the University at Albany have been known as the Great Danes since 1965. Damien The Great Dane has been the mascot since that time; In 2003, the school added Lil' D, a smaller Great Dane, to help Damien entertain the crowds.
- Brutus in The Ugly Dachshund, a Great Dane raised by a Dachshund mother.
- Marmaduke is a newspaper comic strip drawn by Brad Anderson from 1954 to the present day. The strip revolves around the Winslow family and their Great Dane, Marmaduke.
- In The Guardian (novel) by Nicholas Sparks the main but tragic hero is Singer, a Great Dane, acting as the guardian of a true love.
- Elmer, a great dane in Oswald the Lucky Rabbit by Walter Lantz
- In each film version of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Hound of the Baskervilles", the Great Dane was used to play as the cursed hellhound that kills the Baskerville family.
- In the animated and follow up comic series Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne lives alone with his pet/guard dog, Ace who is a large pure black Great Dane mix. Throughout the series Ace sometimes is the focal point or saves the new Batman, Terry McGinnis' life. Ace is based on a DC comic character of the same name that was a German Shepherd.
- Great Dane is popular in South India when the film "Basha" by Super Star Rajnikanth appeared with this breed and his still photo with a black Great Dane has served much advertisement for the said movie.
Good luck
El Toro
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