Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Cheerful
Brave
Bright

Great Danes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Germany

​United States

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

Boxer, Pug

3000 BC

2000s

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Brown
Fawn
Silver
Black
Brindle

A Great Dane can have a litter of 7-10 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 Box-a-Pug can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Great Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Box-a-Pugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Bloat
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Myotonia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
CT or MRI scan
Blood Work
Radiography

Great Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Great Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Box-a-Pugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Walking, Petting, Eating Snacks, Walk, Nap, Sniffing around, Play keep away, Fetch, Chasing Cats, Running, Treats, Play, Smelling, Exploring, Walks, Sniffing, Playing, Kisses, Jumping, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Dog Parks, Hiking, Waking, Tug of war, Fetching

Walk, Play, Cuddle, Sleep, Run, Catch treats, Fetch, Bath time, Speak, Shake, Chew Bones, Walking, Tug-of-war, Chase, Walks, Sit, Throw ball, Take nice, Shake paw

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Dane, it's at least 10 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 Box-a-Pug, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great 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.

In general most Box-a-Pugs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-175 pound (54 - 79 kg) Great Dane feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Box-a-Pug feed 3 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 Great Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Box-a-Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Dane is between $116 - $126. This makes an average of $1392 - $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 Box-a-Pug 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Great Danes are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Box-a-Pugs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Box-a-Pugs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Great Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Box-a-Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Great Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Box-a-Pugs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.