The Great Dane

The modern Great Dane is a breed of large dog that originates from Germany. In the late 1600s the Great Dane was kept by German nobility and were used to hunt boars, bears and deer. Due to their gigantic size the Great Dane was used as a 'catch dog, ' and would hold the prey in place until the hunter was able to kill it. It was also common for the nobility to employ the breed as guard dogs and would normally keep a few in their bed chambers. However, likenesses of the breed have been found on ancient Egyptian and Tibetan artifacts dating back to 3000 B. C! The breed is one of the largest domesticated dog breeds in the world. A Great Dane, named Zeus, is the current world record holder for the world's tallest dog - he measured gigantic 44 inches (112cm) from paw to shoulder! Overall the Great Dane is intelligent, playful, loving, eager to please and easy to house train. Before purchasing any pet it is important to understand that as a pet owner you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of your pet. It is important to try and learn as much as you can about the animal you are considering to keep as a pet to make sure that your lifestyle, household and financial status are suited to provide your pet with the best possible care. This guide has been designed to provide you with both precise and concise information about a Great Dane's basic needs to help you provide your pet with the best quality care practices. This guide will give an in-depth explanation on training your Great Dane, raising your Great Dane from a puppy, grooming, health care and everything in between! "The Great Dane: A Complete and Comprehensive Owners Guide to: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Great Dane," by Michael Stonewood is the perfect purchase or gift for a first time Great Dane owner. This guide includes sections on caring for a puppy, breeding, health care, training, the basic cost of owning a Great Dane and much more. This book is the second edition - the first edition was published by 'Dog Care Professionals.'