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

Brave
Independent
Proud
Dominant
Intelligent
Vigilant

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Karakachans are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Great Dane, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

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Ancient Times

Hazel

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
Blue
Brindle
White

Pied
Black
Brown
Sable
Brindle

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Karakachans have medium-length coats.

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.

A Karakachan can have a litter of 12-14 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 Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Karakachans are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Distichiasis
Myotonia

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Panel

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Karakachans are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Karakachan has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Karakachans have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Karakachan dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Karakachan, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Karakachans require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Karakachan should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 85-120 pound (39 - 54 kg) Karakachan feed 2.5 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 cost of a Karakachan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 average per month expenses of a Karakachan is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Karakachans are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Karakachans have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Karakachans can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Karakachans are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Karakachans are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.