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MTG#10 · 11-13-2018, 07:10 PM

I haven't had a big dog in about a decade. Anyone here have any experience with Great Danes? I've read they dont typically live as long as other breeds and vet bills can get ridiculous but I've wanted one since I was a little kid.

MTG#10 · 11-13-2018, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Hog's Gone Fishin

Just think of the size of the turds you're going to have to pick up.

Probably easier than picking up little ones

Hog's Gone Fishin · 11-13-2018, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by NJChiefsFan

Why doesn't he post here anymore?

He got his feelings hurt. Ironic I just PM'd him today telling him to get back here.

Flying High D · 11-13-2018, 07:55 PM

Congrats on your new fur baby.

BryanBusby · 11-13-2018, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by NJChiefsFan

Why doesn't he post here anymore?

It's hard to post on the Internet as a dog.

Chief Roundup · 11-13-2018, 08:00 PM

They are really big dogs that think they are lap dogs. They are very loving and loyal. They do not realize their own size. They will knock things off and knock people down if they are not trained very well.

Hog's Gone Fishin · 11-13-2018, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MTG#10

Probably easier than picking up little ones

Make sure to wear a back brace. And lift with your legs.

Mahomer · 11-13-2018, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Hog's Gone Fishin

Just think of the size of the turds you're going to have to pick up.

Also, don't forget all the turds you'll have to pick up because everyone in the neighborhood will know they came from your dog. That's a big minus.

Chief Roundup · 11-13-2018, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Hog's Gone Fishin

He got his feelings hurt. Ironic I just PM'd him today telling him to get back here.

Why would you do that? He is a hateful prick that got called out on it by posters and mods. Once he got called out by posters he considered "friends" and mods he then turned pussy and left AGAIN.

NJChiefsFan · 11-13-2018, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BryanBusby

It's hard to post on the Internet as a dog.

I don't want to hear it With speak to text technology dogs today have it easier than ever.

Hog's Gone Fishin · 11-13-2018, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Roundup

Why would you do that? He is a hateful prick that got called out on it by posters and mods. Once he got called out by posters he considered "friends" and mods he then turned pussy and left AGAIN.

Sorry, I like Dane. He calls me an asshole and I call him a douchebag and we go on

RedRaider56 · 11-13-2018, 08:37 PM

Great Danes are very cool dogs.

Unfortunately, large dogs like Great Danes are prone to have serious gastrointestinal issues when compared to smaller breeds. Larger breeds also tend to have more issues with arthritic hips/joints than smaller breeds.

Naptown Chief · 11-13-2018, 08:43 PM

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I’ve got a female. The dumbest dog by far I’ve ever known. Sweet. But ****ing stupid

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A few friends of mine have had them. I was also a vet tech from 19-24, so I encountered a fair number of them. Sweethearts but the dumbest ****ing dogs I've ever known. Unfortunately, as pointed out, they aren't very long lived. They're actually somewhat prone to blindness and deafness, though that's usually seen in the white colored pups. Very active as a puppy, as is any puppy... But relatively calm and very sweet once mature.

I've had a couple presa canarios (female is 8 now) and the vet, food, and maintenance can be pretty steep. Your dog will be several inches and dozens of pounds larger than my guys (94 F and 128 M) so expect even more. While growing my pups went through 5-7 cups of food per day EACH. That tapered off to 3-4 once they hit ~2. I love Danes but, like boxers and dobies, the lifespan is what scared me off. Best of luck!

Naptown Chief · 11-13-2018, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RedRaider56

Great Danes are very cool dogs.

Unfortunately, large dogs like Great Danes are prone to have serious gastrointestinal issues when compared to smaller breeds. Larger breeds also tend to have more issues with arthritic hips/joints than smaller breeds.

Ah yes, because of their height I do believe they are more susceptible to bloat. If you're unfamiliar with the term I'd advise looking it up. Hips/joints also can be an issue, as can be the case with any large breed. This can actually be somewhat curbed by adding glucosamine and chondroitin supplements (if you're interested I can snap a pic of the treats I feed my 8 year old presa who was born with horrible hips) and later in life arthritis medications.

staylor26 · 11-13-2018, 08:46 PM

Bring back the Great Dane

Make CP great again

BWillie · 11-13-2018, 08:53 PM

You planning to bring the dog with you when you go on vacation? Hope you have a sitter - for a dog.

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