Greater Swiss Mountain Dane Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Reserved

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

Great Dane, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

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Hazel

Black

Fawn
Black
Blue
Brindle
White

The coat of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dane dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Greater Swiss Mountain Dane can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Distichiasis
Myotonia

Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Greater Swiss Mountain Dane, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Greater Swiss Mountain Danes usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-200 pound (41 - 91 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain Dane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have an average level of playfulness. The Greater Swiss Mountain Danes, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.