 Your
Online Guide to Common Health Conditions Affecting Great Dane Dogs
and Puppies
Like any purebred or designer breed of dog, the
Great Dane dog breed can
inherit certain canine disorders from it's ancestors. We've provided
information about common Great Dane health problems below.
Please note that while these health issues can occur in the breed,
buying a puppy from a highly reputable, knowledgeable
Great Dane
breeder who is knowledgeable about health issues in the breed, and actively
screens for these disorders can go a long way towards having a healthy,
long lived and joyful Great Dane companion. Choose your breeder carefully
- and NEVER buy a Great Dane puppy from a pet store or newspaper ad.
Great Dane dogs can be prone to a number of hereditary health problems. That is why choosing a responsible breeder from which to purchase your Great Dane puppy is very important. Responsible Great Dane breeders will be well educated about the breed and carefully screen their breeding dogs for disorders that can affect these dogs.
Like many of the large dog breeds, Great Danes are prone to hip dysplasia. Great Danes used as breeding stock should be OFA certified to be free from this inheritable genetic condition.
Heart disease, tumors, eye conditions, hypothyroidism, bloat, and tail injuries are other commonly reported health conditions associated with this breed. Buy your Great Dane only from a reputable breeder, who will take care to produce dogs of sound health and temperament.
For further reading, here is a very informative web site dedicated to education about health concerns in the Great Dane dog breed:
Great Dane Health Resources Online
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