Flat Front and Cathedral Chest in Great Danes

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Poorly built giant breed dogs are being set up for a lifetime of injury, pain, weakness, and instability that shortens their lifespans and enjoyment of life. Flat Front and Cathedral Chest in Great Danes are a structural problem that is plaguing the breed. A focus on correct build and movement are key elements of ethical […]

Puppy Knuckling Quick-Start Guide

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Puppy knuckling is when a puppy’s feet appear crooked or bowed out. It often happens due to various factors, including incorrect nutrition, genetics, and care. Some information available about puppy knuckling is outdated, confusing, or misleading. We get it! Rather than boring you with science and research data, I will lay this out in a […]

How to Care for a Great Dane puppy

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If you’re thinking of adding a Great Dane puppy to your family, you’ll want to make sure you’re prepared for the challenge! Learning how to care for a Great Dane puppy is easy and fun, but you must know this: Great Danes are not like other dog breeds! These dogs are big and powerful, and […]

Angular Limb Deformity in Great Danes

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If you are the owner of a Great Dane, it is important that you are aware of angular limb deformity. Many people mistake this more serious conditioning with simple knuckling in puppies! Angular limb deformities result in deformed bones that can cause your dog pain and mobility problems. It may require surgery to correct. In […]

Growing Pains in Dogs: Should You be Concerned?

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Dogs, especially giant breed puppies such as Great Danes, are susceptible to growing pains, just like humans. In this blog post, we will discuss the symptoms of growing pains in dogs, how to treat them, and how to prevent Panosteitis from happening in the first place! Growing Pains in Dogs Overview What is Panosteitis in […]

How to Prevent Knuckling in Great Danes in 6 Easy Steps

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Knuckling in Great Danes is a serious issue, but one that is very treatable! Today we’re talking about how to prevent knuckling in Great Danes. While catching it early is important, ideally you want to prevent knuckling in the first place!  Before we get started, you may also be interested in information about whether or […]

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Great Dane’s Feet

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Today we are sharing five ways to strengthen your Great Dane’s feet! Weak feet that knuckle, bobble, flop, and turn out are a common problem with fast-growing giant breed dogs. The feet are the foundation for the whole body, and these dogs have HUGE bodies. So yes, this matters.   When their feet are weak […]

Is My Great Dane Puppy Knuckling?

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I’m taking a wild guess here that you found this post because you are concerned about your Great Dane puppy knuckling over. We have many resources on this topic, and are here to help! Great Dane puppies have HUGE knobby knees. Their limbs look so chunky when they are young that many people, even some […]

How To Fix Knuckling in Great Dane Puppies

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If you are concerned because you have a Great Dane puppy with knuckling, crooked paws, bowed-out legs, or bumps on the front legs, you’ve come to the right place. It is important to understand what causes knuckling over, and how to quickly fix knuckling in Great Dane puppies. Knuckling over, better known as “Carpal Laxity” […]

Panosteitis in Great Dane Puppies

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Panosteitis, commonly referred to as “growing pains” or “pano,” manifests as a painful and distressing condition observed in Great Dane puppies. Large and giant breed dogs grow extremely fast during puppyhood, and fast growth is associated with several disorders. Panosteitis in Great Dane puppies is a condition characterized by inflammation in the long bones of […]