Great Dane Health Guide
Great Dane is the popular giant breed in the United States. Lifespan: 7-10 years. Temperament: friendly, patient, dependable.
Great Danes are at extreme risk of bloat (GDV), a life-threatening emergency. Never exercise within 2 hours of meals. Feed from an elevated bowl and give multiple small meals.
GDV emergency surgery costs $3,000-$7,000.
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Common Great Dane Health Issues
- bloat (GDV)
- dilated cardiomyopathy
- hip and elbow dysplasia
- wobbler syndrome (cervical vertebral instability)
- osteosarcoma
- hypothyroidism
- hypertrophic osteodystrophy (growth disorder)
Great Dane Symptom Guides
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Great Dane Diarrhea
medium urgency
Great Dane Fever
medium urgency
Great Dane Lethargy
medium urgency
Great Dane Limping
medium urgency
Great Dane Not Eating (Anorexia)
medium urgency
Great Dane Vomiting
medium urgency
Great Dane Ear Infection
low urgency
Great Dane Eye Discharge
low urgency
Great Dane Skin Itching and Scratching
low urgency
Great Dane Breathing Difficulty
emergency urgency
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