Can I just say a big thankyou to the owners who have chosen not to dock the ears and tails of their Danes? Stand tall and proud.

And that's why I want a great dane...

I've had Danes for 20 years. We are on #7 now. I don't think I could own another breed. These guys are the best!

These dogs are awsome, but it breaks my heart to see all the clipped ears. I know most of you didn't get that done, but the moment you buy a dog with clipped ears/tail it will make the breeders continue to clip ears and tails. Unless it's a rescue, that is. These dogs are so big and beautiful, and they should be with their flopping ears as well, cause that's how they're born. Yes, scooby is a awsome great Dane, but he's been clipped and that's not a great model to base your dog on.

Had I the space I would love a Great Dane - almost like having another human in the house. So gentle for their size.

I'm seeing a lot of misconceptions about Danes. I've been rescuing Danes for 10 years and have often gotten a Dane at the age of 6 or 7. I have 4 right now, my oldest is 11.5 years old and going strong. If a Dane is bred by a reputable breeder (one who does all of the health testing of his/her breeding dogs), chances are good that your puppy will live into double digits and have a healthy life. It's the Danes that come from back yard breeders that have the health issues that cut their lives short. Danes don't need a lot of room. I live in a 3 bedroom mobile home on 20 acres. My Dane gang is active when we are outside but in the house, they pretty much sleep the day away. As for ear cropping, if it's done correctly and follow-up care is done, it is no more painful than a spay or neuter. it's an individual choice. Dane tails are not routinely docked, usually only in the case of happy tail. 41991150_2...31915d.jpg

They're so absolutely gorgeous and awesome but that lifespan... :'( I don't think I could deal with that

I love GD's but I wouldn't ever get one. They have very short lives and my heart would be broken to quickly