Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Hard working
Resourceful

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

Blue Heeler and Boxer

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

3000 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Brindle
Blue

Great Danes have short coats.

Box Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Heeler 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 Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Usually Very Healthy

Myotonia

Eye Problems
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Chase, Catch treats, Car rides, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Playdate, Chase tail, Eating, Play fetch, Cuddling, Take on walks, Hanging out, Chewing antlers, Daily walks, Jeep rides, Dog Parks, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Cuddle, Shake, Hiking, Running, Swimming, Sleeping, Keep away, Fetching, Go Camping, Cuddles

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 Heeler, 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 Heelers usually need at least 45 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
Comb
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 35-80 pound (16 - 36 kg) Box Heeler 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 Heeler is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Heeler is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Box Heelers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Great Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Box Heelers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Box Heelers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Box Heelers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Great Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Box Heelers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.