TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Chapter One: Let’s Start With the Basics 4
  • General Appearance and Showmanship Qualities 5
  • Height 10
  • Weight 11
  • Lifespan 11
  • Diet and Feeding 11
  • Feeding Your Puppy 12
  • Feeding an Adult Dog 13
  • Health 14
  • Personality and Temperament 15
  • Quick Facts 17
  • Chapter Two: Taking Care of Your Great Dane 20
  • What Makes It a Great Pet 21
  • Where to Purchase your Great Dane 21
  • Tell Tale Signs of a Reputable Breeder 24
  • Characteristics of a Healthy Breed 27
  • List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 29
  • Legal Requirements and Dog Licensing 33
  • United States Licensing for Dogs 34
  • United Kingdom Licensing for Dogs 35
  • How Much Should I Need? 36
  • Are You Financially Prepared? 36
  • Chapter Three: The Ultimate Great Dane Health and Medical Guide 46
  • Common Health Problems 47
  • Gastric Torsion 64
  • Heart Disease 64
  • Cancer 65
  • Wobbler’s Syndrome 65
  • Hypothyroidism 66
  • Arthritis 66
  • Recommended Vaccinations 66
  • Vaccination Tips 76
  • Chapter Four: Fact or Bluff? What to Believe? 78
  • Fun Great Dane Facts 79
  • Myths Surrounding the Great Dane 87
  • Chapter Five: What Will My Great Dane Eat? A Primer 91
  • The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 92
  • How to Select a Healthy Dog Food Brand 96
  • Tips for Feeding Your Pet 103
  • Toxic Foods to Avoid 104
  • Chapter Six: Breeding Your Great Dane 107
  • Basic Dog Breeding Information 108
  • Mating Behavior of Dogs 109
  • Tips for Breeding Your Great Dane 111
  • The Labor Process of Your Great Dane 112
  • Chapter Seven: The Great Dane’s Ultimate Cheat Sheet 116
  • Basic Great Dane Information 117
  • Habitat Requirements 118
  • Nutritional Needs 119
  • Breeding Information 120
  • Photo Credits 123
  • References 125

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