The Great Dane: a great companion The Great Dane is a faithful and affectionate giant who, leaning on his hind legs, can reach 2.10 meters in height. Here we tell you more about this breed. Although Scooby-Doo is the best known reference of this breed, it does not do much justice in terms of character. Far from being clumsy and reckless, the Great Dane is a dog that behaves in a very graceful way for his measurements. It is a gentle animal that manages to enchant everyone around him. This race was, at some time in the past, used as a hunter. However, more than a hundred years ago, the Great Dane is more like a family dog or dog show. Its robust and harmonious constitution is very striking and, since it can have a coat of different colors and patterns, it does not go unnoticed by the beauty judges. A race of giants As we mentioned, in the past, this type of dog was used to hunt wild boar, long before the 20th century. In fact, the breed arises from the crossing made bet...