A lot of us are concerned cancer in our beloved pets. It seems that everywhere we turn, there is another story of osteosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma, and even skin cancer in dogs. Why are so many dogs getting cancer? Is there any way to stop our dog from getting cancer? I’m covering those topics plus: This is …
It’s May, and that means that the fleas, ticks, mites, and other creepy crawlies are lurking. Dogs living in most areas of the United States benefit from year-round flea and tick protection. Today we’re talking about the best flea and tick medicine for Great Danes. In addition, I will cover the following topics: This is …
I recently splurged on a Bissell Bark Bath for my Great Danes and literally RAN to the blog to tell you about it. If you are considering options for bathing your Great Dane, this Bark Bath review is a must-read. When a Great Dane is muddy and dirty, you know it! Giant muddy paws and …
We’ve already written a few posts about dog food & DCM in Great Danes, but haven’t yet compiled a list of helpful topics, links, and science on it. This dog food DCM article will be ongoing and updated often. If you are concerned about nutritional DCM, or if your Great Dane was diagnosed with DCM …
When considering anesthesia for your pet, it is important to weigh the risks and benefits. Anesthesia does have some risks associated with it that must be considered before making a decision. Key points: Great Dane Surgery & What to Ask Your Veterinarian Is Anesthesia in Dogs Safe? What is Your Pet’s Risk with General Anesthesia? …
I don’t know about you, but I’m personally grossed out that people let their dog drink from the toilet. It turns out though, that this is pretty common! Especially with Great Danes, because they drink a lot of water and the toilet is essentially a never-ended source. So, is it safe to let a dog …
It can be hard to know exactly how to help your dog lose weight. It can also be disheartening and concerning to realize that your beloved pup is overweight, but the good news is that there are steps you can take to help them lose weight. Here are five easy steps to do just that: …
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A Great Dane’s life span is actually that short. The average life span of a golden retriever is 10-12 years. The average life expectancy of a labrador retriever is about 12 years. The average lifespan of a Rottweiler is 8-10 years. The average life span of a pitbull is 10-12 years. The average life span …
Great Danes are known for having short lifespans, 4-8 years on average. I don’t know about you, but that’s just not enough time with our gentle giants! We’ve got a few tips today for how to make a Great Dane live longer, including information about breeding, nutrition, bloat, and joint health. All of these things …
Bloat in Great Danes is deadly. It’s painful, dangerous, and as many as 1-in-4 Great Danes are likely to experience it in their lifetime. For decades now, people have cited that resting after meals would prevent bloat from happening. The occurrence of bloat in large and giant breed dogs has increased dramatically in the last …
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