A dog so large she needs a saddle

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[@GirlWithTheDogs]

Sugar cookie shampoo*** Do you know how many times I rewatch these videos before posting them? 🤦‍♀️

[@ALOHAXCHICKEN]

Idk

[@ALOHAXCHICKEN]

25? 😅

[@lindalinda9299]

😂😂😂

[@playgirl.aliza0]

10?.

[@badbooking3221]

This time of the year? Small pittance for such excellent content!

[@merky6004]

Knew people w a big, friendly Great Dane named “Kitty.” When people would visit them at night, they’d ask, “Do you want see our ‘Kitty?’” Then they would gather at the back door and call, “here Kitty Kitty Kitty!” No one expected a giant, happy, lumbering dog to coming running out of the darkness.

[@ashh4929]

Imao I know this game VERY well! 😂 A good friend of mine has a Newfoundland named Kitty. He's about 120 lbs of adorable 1 year old puppy craziness and the sweetest little-big derp. Lol 🤣🥰💜

[@chaers2390]

that’s the cutest thing ever lol!

[@pisces2569]

Those people knew exactly what they were doing when they named their dog Kitty

[@anupama2620]

Well…. I have a Doxie named Tiger 😆

[@GORILLAZU]

Its would be better if the had kitty called "Doggy" 😁

[@meh.7539]

The Great Dane is also widely known for it's mystery solving ability.

[@erinmoore6463]

What?

[@bethanytalbot2445]

@@erinmoore6463 Scooby Doo

[@YuriCrimmy]

and the great Dane is widely known for being a FUCKING COWARD

[@harryfarrar1540]

Rot, rearry?

[@marthmallow7420]

ruh-roh

[@MrDoot-hj2ir]

I love how big dogs can literally chew your limbs like bubblegum but they are super awkward while tiny dogs can't do shit but are compact files of cosmic hatred.

[@AskMia411]

🤣 I love this

[@volo870]

My Great Dane loves chewing my ears.

[@crazyequestrian1676]

I think it’s because if they were in the wild, smaller dogs would have to show that they aren’t easy food to scare off predators, while big dogs scare them with just the size. ?

[@PickleAllergy]

compact files of cosmic hatred? LOL

[@teckelsdf8443]

You have never owned a small dog....

[@nilufer6773]

"They only have a life expectancy of 7-9 year" "She is 5 years old" I made myself cry

[@Thenoobestgirl]

I think she technically made you cry

[@taurusnltaurusnl4686]

@@Thenoobestgirl nope... nilufer did it al by herself. (and yes, it is sad)

[@aftersexhighfives]

Maggie mae in Florida is the oldest Dane I know about, she's 16. None of them get enough years. Even if they live to 22. It's just not enough.

[@JordansTake35]

Don't be sad, many of them that are fed a high quality food throughout life make it to 10-12. I've even heard of a few make it to 14

[@kennyjones559]

If they're well-cared for, they can make it to 10 - 12 years old. Good diet & exercise are key.

[@171QA]

Even though she was scared she was so well-behaved.

[@ncommerce]

They always are. They're SOOOO chill, despite being huge. They think they're lap dogs

[@dalelessard9160]

@@ncommerce any dog to me is a lap dog, can't give them enough love, hugs, & kisses!!🐾🐕🥰

[@katho8472]

At least she seems to have relaxed by the end. :)

[@hibikimills9566]

@@ncommerce they are very quick to give up and accept their fate

[@stormz2694]

Fun fact: if a dog is scared they will not misbehave thinking they will be beat up, or they will bite you if there terrified of you

[@TheRealRehman]

Great Diane's "I am a small boi" Society "you are the size of a horse" Great Diane "I don't know what a horse is but I imagine it is a small boi"

[@ironhead2008]

Ain't that the truth. That seems to be a trend: the bigger the breed the greater their tendency towards acting like giant lapdogs. Our GSD/Black Lab mix (100 lbs of muscle) acted that way.

[@bluubxrry]

@@ironhead2008 the smaller they are the more ferocious they act 😂

[@alz1268]

@@ironhead2008 Mhm, definitely true. We have a bigger dog (not that big) breed and she likes jumping on us and using us as her personal dog beds

[@discogoblin]

Oh absolutely! I used to have a Great Dane with what we affectionately called “sharp bum bones” - you’d be left with big ol’ indents in your legs after he decided to sit on you lap lol

[@en3525]

stop acting like youre 5 years old and thinking its cute weirdo

[@lilmomjuly8743]

I absolutely got teary-eyed when you mentioned "heart break breed" I have a Saint Bernard and I know she's the same way. 8-10 year. This girl came to stay at my house for a short time while her owner got on her feet. Five years later this big ole girl is my best friend and attached like velcro. I never knew I could love a dog so much! She was by my side through some of the most horrible days and nights of PTSD. She stuck by me during my days of so much anxiety it was difficult to leave my house. Now I am by her side during the beginning of her twilight years. It's my turn give back to her. Because of her love the life before PTSD that I thought was forever gone has re-emerge. We go hiking, swimming, shopping, and anything else we want to do. She goes to work with me and while I do my job she does her job as my service dog. I will be forever grateful for the unforseen circumstances that brought this angel into my life!

[@carollynch8319]

Dogs are wonderful. They truly give everything they have when they love you.

[@BotsWeekendCovers]

We were blessed with a gift from God too. Sadly hes gone now and I will always miss him. Look after your gift til the last day :)

[@haerfgvbag7050]

Give that pup some big lovins, sounds like She deserves it big time

[@Jessica-zx9rd]

Same they are such good dogs but have a short life its so say inhabe two newfounlands and dont know what id do without them

[@suekelley2109]

However long we have with them is never long enough. I had an Eskie from 9 weeks old, thinking she’d live like my shelties- mid to late teens. Instead at 9 months old we found out she had terminal kidney disease due to a birth defect condition. She was pampered and babied and lived until she was almost 4. I treasure every minute I had with her and I’m grateful that she was spared any pain until the last couple weeks but my heart still breaks when I think of her. ❤️💔Dymynd💔❤️

[@iamjustjudy]

"A sweet gentle horse that lives inside your home" Love this!

[@KismetLizard]

My favourite line!

[@bungus6707]

What was missing here is that in this Famine that China suffered, ALL Western countries left China alone. China received NO HELP from anyone. In other famines such as in India, in Africa, in Ireland or even the one suffered by Haiti, the wester nations contributed. In Bangladesh they contributed. In Bengal, the wester nations contributed. In Biafra, they contributed. Who does not remember the "Africa LIVE AID" of 1985, to help Somalia and Ethiopia? I still remember the song: "We are the World". And for China... NOTHING. This country, China, faced disaster alone and came out stronger than ever in its history. Alone. Without invading any sovereign country. Without stealing anyone's resources. Without attacking and without intervening in the affairs of other nations. Alone. Working hard to become the second world economic power. 40 years ago China was starving. Today, China has its own Space Station and is already on Mars. Today, the Chinese are proud to be Chinese. Three decades ago, the Chinese felt humiliated. Well not anymore. Never more! And finally. It's True: There was a terrible Famine. And yes, it is true. The Famine was Mao's fault... But, the Famine was also because China suffered 37 years of WAR! China was at uninterrupted war for 37 years! (Just between 1913-1949 have: --Xinhai Revolution: Failed New Empire Coup. --Second Xinhai Revolution. --National Protection War. --Warlord Infighting Across China. --First United Front: Northern Expedition. --First Chinese Civil War. --Second United Front: Protection against Japan in the WWII. --Second Chinese Civil War). U see? China was at war! This is why the Famine happened and not just Mao. China suffered more than two years of Hungry (1959-1961), and although Famines have been present throughout the history of mankind, they have never been as cruel as in China and its almost 5 million deaths. (The Propaganda says it was 10 million... or more).

[@whatTFisThis]

As an equestrian, i can confirm that Great Danes are much nicer than most horses, especially miniature horses, which are basically the horse version of huskies but instead they are small (for a horse lol, the max they can be is 36" at the shoulders)

[@whatTFisThis]

@@bungus6707 wh... what does this have this have to do with great danes?

[@germyw]

@@bungus6707Wow. Chinese propaganda in the comments. Interesting

[@rowdybliss]

I have a Great Dane, can confirm all… and would also like to add that slobber is a THING. It’s even on my ceilings, LOL. My Hannah just celebrated her eleventh birthday… so every day with her is a gift. She’s the bestest girl.

[@snakewithapen5489]

Awh congrats, happy birthday to her! And I wish her many more :)

[@ADRIAN-zh4ti]

Happy Birthday Hannah

[@blackleague212]

Please post sorter videos your video is too long and I would like to see your doggy. Make a few shorts for the world

[@Emily-fy6ej]

Hahah!! I have a 2yo GD too and constantly have to wipe long dripping slobber off the walls and doors every day… I wouldn’t trade my big boy for any other dog though 😇 Hopefully mine lives as long as your fur baby, happy late bday to her 🎉

[@jessdatip4152]

Happy B-day to your girl! I've had two girls and I guess I've been lucky because the drooling has been minimal for me. Mostly right after drinking water or right before I give a treat. Never had any ceiling slobber though lol.

[@mayaashanti4955]

She’s so beautiful and sweet. Hope she gets lots of treats and love for Christmas she deserves it 😁 I love big dog breeds gentle giants

[@Chellz801]

She’s a such cute big baby 🥰

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

Gorgeous dog, I wanna give her a big hug! 🤗

[@jansonshine9082]

I agree and have raised large breeds for years. Warning they become your BFF and don't live long, and second warning: they all seem to think they are mini lapdogs! Yes, you sit down to watch a movie snuggled with a sweetie as the blood pressure in your legs is cut off! LOL! Just love them!

[@booksandtoys]

Right!!! Isn't she cuteeeee?!

[@kaylahall1219]

I wish they lived longer 😭

[@inthejcurve7968]

I’m 6’ 3” the first time I meet a Great Dane I asked “is he nice and can I pet him?” The moment his owner said “yes” he stood up, put his paws on my shoulders, and gave me a kisses. I then pet him for 15 minutes while I talked with his owner. And I’ve loved Great Danes ever since.

[@danielleking262]

Did he get eye level with you when he stood up? 😂

[@inthejcurve7968]

@ danielleking262 Oh for sure. That’s big ole sweety was actually a little taller than I was when he stood on his hind legs.

[@danielleking262]

@@inthejcurve7968 that must have been a shock for you, as you probably have to bend your neck down all the time! 😆

[@auddydoe8358]

1:30 No truer words have been spoken. My grandparents had three. For years after all three passed they still didn’t put anything on low counters or tables out of habit. Too many memories of happy dog tails clearing tables in seconds. Also my two uncles as babies had the three best guard dogs.

[@elizabethgeorge168]

This is as close as I'll ever get to getting a pony for Christmas 😄

[@garimasundriyal2933]

Might as well attach a horn and make it a unicorn xD

[@fpcooper95]

Yall are wholesome 💖

[@Masada1911]

That is one dog who is unaware of her own size. Merry Christmas to you and yours Vanessa, thank you for providing us with these videos :-) And to anybody else reading this too!

[@TheWabbit]

I have a niece who has one of these "lap dogs" as shown in many selfies!

[@Chellz801]

@@1Slamalama1 imo all dogs are lap dogs if you try hard enough lol

[@amandah2866]

A lot of bigger dogs seem to be unaware of their size. I saw an Irish Wolfhound sitting with her bum on her person's lap but all her feet were still on the floor at the vet waiting room. She was spooked by the terrier that walked a bit too near her :/ My Lab was scared of my guinea pigs and my friend's blue tongue lizard. Big dogs are big softies!

[@Queerlonewolf]

@@1Slamalama1 mine too, and he's around 36'' in shoulders and around 197lbs

[@chadnorris8257]

God decided it would be funny to switch the attitudes of the chihuahua and great dane. So the smallest breed of dog thinks it can take on the world, and one of the biggest breeds is a teddy bear.

[@DrPinkieDie]

Today at the park a boxer challenged me for dominance, because I was the only male present. As a result he snarled and tried to attack me, but my Dane, despite being scared out of her mind, refused to let him close to me, protecting me with everything she had. Love that dog so much

[@LittlekrazyKiwi]

Just in case anyone was curious about food cost, my dane goes through a 40 pound bag of food in 1.5-2 weeks (he only weighs 135#). I buy anywhere from 80-120 pounds of food. A MONTH at 60 bucks per bag 😂 Another thing to consider is vet bills. Typically dog medicine is based on weight so just the heartworm prevention I buy for my dane is twice the amount for my lab. They are the best most soulful, stubborn, goofy, regal dogs in the world and I am in love with the breed after getting my boy 🥺

[@taurusnltaurusnl4686]

pound? what is that in kilograms? as i understand it, US pounds differ from kilogram based pounds

[@saturnscoria6388]

1 kilogram is about 2.2 pounds, so the OP's dog weighs a little over 60 kilograms

[@jenna141]

We lost our black Great Dane in August looked almost identical I laughed so hard at the commentary and the flying jowls thanks for making me cry happy tears

[@donnawatkins8404]

Jennifer sorry about your loss, it's hard. My best to you.❤️🌺❤️

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

I still desperately miss my Maltese who died 4 years ago. It’s so hard. Wishing you the best!

[@lulumoon6942]

Bless you in your grief, lost our 2 older Dobies this past year. Never gets easier but glad to have had them... ❤️

[@RainzHollow]

"sweet miniature pony" this alone has made my day.

[@Moonlava722]

I always come for the jokes about the dogs and cats ! Its hilarious

[@DjPolo1897]

This one made me cry, my last two Great Danes both left me around Christmas time, one was nine and the other six, they both broke my heart but despite all the sadness of losing them I would not change anything.

[@jimalldredge8691]

You can find great dogs at the pound. Go today.

[@howdy5025]

I loved my Dane, I feel your pain

[@howdy5025]

@@jimalldredge8691 just cause they once had a Great Dane doesn’t mean they’re in a situation to have a dog right now don’t be a dick😂

[@volo870]

They leave a Great Dane-shaped hole in your heart. I could not cope, so now I have another big playful imbecile thrashing my house. Love it!

[@KPA78]

As an owner of two 2-year old Great Dane littermates, I concur with your comments on the high cost of feeding this giant breed. In my experience with these two, as well as with our previous Great Danes, I find them to be exceptionally affectionate with people and are tolerant with most other dogs. They can be a bit clumsy in their awkward growing years, but their large stature displays a rather regal presence. Great Danes truly are a 'heart-break' breed as our time with them goes by so quickly.

[@kirapipi__kirapika]

Such a precious mini horse! That shining black coat, her doe-eyes!! Great groom today, she's adorable and your so great at your job it makes me jealous!

[@AxxLAfriku]

🚨🚨🚨 AAAAAAHHHHH!!! 🚨🚨🚨 school is sooooo boring i am in 8th grate and its so boring i am having sucess on youtube so i think i will drop out of school. i dont have friends so i need your opinon gh

[@kirapipi__kirapika]

@@AxxLAfriku honestly, since your videos have only been hitting lower than 100k views, i would greatly suggest staying in school. i mean i'm in 8th grade too but i'm not sitting here thinking i'm gonna drop out without even getting to high school. just stay in school and do your best, stranger!

[@venalk465]

@@AxxLAfriku ghôst gīrl is right

[@MacI-1970]

horses are more beautiful than mutts

[@sushinsnickers5121]

@@MacI-1970 mutts are more beautiful than you

[@Starlitwarrior]

I really need to find a groomer. My dog makes his baths a massive chore. At first I thought they were really too expensive, but after watching you, I really get it. That’s hard work.

[@peggedyourdad9560]

Same with my husky mix, he’s an absolute nightmare to groom especially when it comes to nail trimming. Sweet dog otherwise tho.

[@byuftbl]

Yep grooming is most definitely hard work for not enough pay most times. I can attest it is a very physically demanding, mentally draining career. I love it though, it’s the only job I’ve ever woken up not dreading going to. It’s highly rewarding working with animals but also exhausting because not all animals hold this still or are well behaved for grooming 😂

[@masspsycology2731]

Same with a lot of things

[@tabithablalock]

Get a soap sprayer like this groomer has. They're on Amazon and work AMAZING

[@hydragonsbreath3418]

That single mattress thing is no joke after 2 Danes in a row it’s literally cheaper to give them an old mattress then to keep finding bigger beds and she loves it

[@smurf75]

When I was little (maybe eight years old, I think?), my grandparents had a Great Dane. She was ADORABLE and such a goofball. I will never, ever forget the day my Grandpa took me to the park, and when we got back, we'd taken the alley to walk up to the house by way of the backyard. Dana (the dog) was racing up and down the back fence when she saw us, just SO EXCITED to see two of her hoomans! Grandpa smiled and said, "Hey, wanna ride her up to the porch?" I told him, "YEAH! Can I?" He laughed and said, "Uh... I shouldn't do that... Grandma will have BOTH our hides if I do!" Ah, man... But, that's okay. I was tiny at eight, but that's NEVER a good idea to let a child ride a dog. Great memory, though, that conversation. I miss them both. I think Dana passed away a few years later, if I remember right, and my Grandpa passed away when I was 17. I'll always cherish that as one of my favourite memories.

[@juliesunshine333]

We had a Rottweiler when my 3 children were little. They LOVED riding the dog as much as the Rottie loved having her people on her back and making them giggle uncontrollably. Good times. All children should ride a dog at least once in their lives, of course I mean big dog with little children and as much safety as you can for the 30 second ride. Hexie, the Rottie always ran so fast that it was over in no time. In their mid-30s now, all 3 children remember riding the dog with lasting joy and laughter. and l

[@qualekk]

*laughs at 170lbs* we had a Great Dane when I was a kid. His grandfather still holds the Louisiana record for largest Great Dane at 260lbs.

[@elperronimo]

Wtf thats insane

[@user-dg9pu4pe9d]

Did you have a saddle for it?

[@qualekk]

@@user-dg9pu4pe9d the neighborhood kids, when young, would ride on ours (210 lbs I think) like a horse after school. Lol.

[@Jen39x]

That’s A LOT of dog at 170 let alone 200+

[@qualekk]

@@Jen39x he was a big dog. Not fat, by any means. Just tall and beefy. Lol. The GD we had was able to put his front legs on my (6'0") dad's (5'9") shoulders and look straight down at him. The GD we had I think topped out at about 210.

[@kalyssabennett8271]

My friend had a Great Dane named Minnie and she lived for about 14 to 15 years

[@GracemarieJohnson]

Whoa....Minnie the Great Dane lived longer than the average lifespan for her breed. Kudos to your friend for taking such good care of that big doggo.

[@Lightwing]

That's some genetics on that dog! That's nuts

[@nimeryaspawnbrd1049]

15 years for such a large breed are kind of a miracle! it takes really good genes and a really good owner (a competent vet also can make the difference) 👍 your friend has been blessed ❤️

[@moothecow8029]

Thats a lucky dog, your friend must have taken good care of her ❤️

[@adlihloetz7162]

A friend of mine also had a Great Dane who lived up to 13. Her name was also Minnie! 😃

[@Maninawig]

The tail is a tale of how good you are with dogs. Scared when she came in, and calm when she leaves.

[@NocturnalSoundscapes]

“A heartbreak breed.” I felt that 😢

[@EnoVarma]

Finally, a Dane! And Tracker didn't disappoint, she's a wonderful ambassador for her breed.

[@rjchavers9267]

We had one and she totally took the Easter ham right off the top of the stove. 😂 She was actually such a great dog.

[@AndreaNowak777]

I still remember reading years ago that the Great Dane was ranked #1 Apartment dog in NYC! We all know how small some of those apartments can be! Quite an amazing statistic given their massive size.

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

That had to be one of the worst researched articles of all time!

[@erinmoore6463]

This is accurate. Danes just want a soft place to rest ideally as close to you as possible. They’re huge, but don’t need much room. (Unless you count your whole heart which is obviously required)

[@chaddodson1481]

Our dane would hate that. She loves to sprint laps around the yard outside

[@meghanstanley1765]

@@sinisterthoughts2896 If you can dedicate specific times to exercising them, and the dog is an adult (or especially a senior!) I can't say that I'd disagree with that article. My girl spends about 85% of her time curled up next to me, either sleeping, cuddling, or both.

[@mx_nana_banana]

My mum’s favourite dog is a Great Dane, she absolutely adores them.

[@redapple7342]

Giant babies

[@skyofthelivingdead]

They absolutely live up to the gentle giant moniker. Such sweethearts.

[@leasmith6148]

@@skyofthelivingdead My girl Tiny is super protective, feel sorry for anyone who tries to sneak up behind me. She can be very intimidating. But she is very sweet as long as you don't try to touch me.

[@hibikimills9566]

Same here. Mine keeps threatening to get one. For now she's settled with being the grandma to my American Akita.

[@leasmith6148]

@@hibikimills9566 One day I was out in the pasture feeding the cows, I bent down to move the food container when one of the girls hit me in the back of the head with her horn. Man did that hurt, about a week later my husband asked if we should get another puppy a great dane. I said that sounded like a great idea!!! So we went and got Tiny from a friend with a litter. Then he took me to the hospital because we already had two aussies at the time and he suspected I was a bit boggled. So now we have our sweet girl cause of my head injury, she is totally worth the headaches. Way more of a cuddly lap hugger than I could ever hope for.

[@khfan4life365]

I don’t think she knows her own size. She’s so cute, though. 😍

[@DrPinkieDie]

no she certainly does not, she thinks her entire body will fit in your lap and will get very upset when it doesnt. After failing to lay down in your lap for 10 minutes they will give up and push their face into yours and whine for an indeterminate period of time until you get on the floor with them and hold them Source: my Great dane Shelby literally does this constantly

[@chaosphoenix6591]

@@DrPinkieDie my Charlotte did that too 💕💜🖤🥺 they really are the one of the absolute best breeds. You will never find a more steadfast friend than in a Dane. She wasn't lying about the heartbreak though.. I hope Shelby lives a long happy life and never has a short supply of love and cuddles! 🖤🖤

[@skyofthelivingdead]

I’ve noticed that the bigger the dog ACTUALLY is, the smaller they believe they are 😂🥰

[@carollynch8319]

@@skyofthelivingdead The opposite is true of small dogs. My chihuahuas both think they’re huge. 😂😂

[@breefreeman3045]

Heartbreak breed absolutely. Just lost my big guy in July. He was 10 days shy of 8 years old. Excellent advice about bloat. Unfortunately I wasn’t aware of how common DCM is in Great Danes as well as Boxers. It may sound cliche but I’ll just say their hearts are so big they just can’t last as long ❤️

[@dylandalmatianisabiicon462]

Hey 7-10 years is a lot when you think about it, even if other dogs might stick around longer. Don’t let that deter you from loving big pups.

[@sunnyray4065]

She's so pure. You can just see how wonderful her personality is. I bet she thinks she can be a lapdog without squishing someone 🤣

[@jeanniemarkech351]

They all do! It's hilarious!

[@nathanwilliams2152]

My friend’s GD is like that. He’s not aware of his own weight, and just wants to lay in your lap or on your body - no organ is safe!

[@prettyevil6662000]

Every great dane I've ever seen thinks they are a lapdog and it's the best thing ever. Until it's your lap, of course.

[@fairenough7984]

For my larger dogs, I used a mattress from a baby crib and covered with fitted sheet, which can easily be removed to wash when needed.

[@FutureChaosTV]

I don't think a baby crib mattress is at all big enough for this kind of big dog ;-)

[@jessdatip4152]

It took me years to figure that one out on my own. I was spending way too much money on expensive beds that my Great Dane would flatten like a tortilla in a matter of months. The key is to not buy the coiled crib mattresses. They are not made to handle that much weight so I bought a foam crib mattress on Amazon a few years back for $45 and it was the best investment for my dog. She loves her bed and changing the sheets is way easier than dealing with dog bed covers with zippers.

[@c.goldstr]

I got a small loveseat off Facebook Market place for my dane. Has removable covers, cost me $20 and the beast loves to rest his head on the arm supports. I highly recommend for any big dog owners!

[@fairenough7984]

@@c.goldstr great idea!!

[@fairenough7984]

@@jessdatip4152 took me a long time, as well. It only occurred to me when my grandson went from crib to a bed and I realized the crib mattress was perfect size for my Akita😊

[@livingwithgiants9243]

I have had Danes for over twenty years. They are amazing dogs. They do have a shorter life span, as do all giant breeds, but they pack a LOT of life into the time they have.

[@camilanoboa7262]

I moved out of my country and had to leave my Great Dane with my parents, I watch this video every time I am missing him.

[@alxen9814]

When i was a kid, neighbors had this breed of dog. It was also scared of everything. I was 10, not much height, so dog did not need to turn head up to look at me, just straight into the face.

[@AXO_4027]

2 days ago, we got a Great Dane puppy from a breeder, which is currently 10 weeks old. He is the cutest thing, with adorable yawns, light blue eyes, and a beautiful coat. My mum who suggested the idea, has owned Great Danes before, and after one of her Great Danes, we name ours Merlin. They truly are gentle giants, and we were even allowed to meet Mom and Dad! (The parents of our Merlin)

[@Taistelukalkkuna]

Your doggo will be magical. =)

[@AXO_4027]

@@Taistelukalkkuna thanks!

[@pamelavenable4042]

I enjoy the way you pull NO Punches when telling it like it is. Your truthful and comical honesty is such a refreshing way to learn about dogs, cats, pigs, etc….

[@samcollins3964]

I used to have a great dane named Woody, he was so loving, caring and gentle despite his size. They just have no sense of how massive they are. Got to be nearly 11 and he died about a month before that, even over a year later his death still brings up tears because they're such kind dogs. I also can confirm you do need a shovel 😂, and they eat the equivalent of like 3 normal dogs on their own.

[@jessicalyons2236]

My cousin had a Great Dane. Sweetest dog ever. And yes, he was also a scardy cat. Anytime he'd see a rabbit, he'd run towards the safety of my cousin for comfort. :) RIP, Buddy.

[@allisonpierce3899]

The way her ears sit above her eyes in the happy hoodie...🥺

[@petdetail]

Blessed to be owned by this breed. My 200lb. boy Doug The Thug sleeps under the covers with me every night. Love them but yes, they will break your heart. Miss you, Moomoo.

[@chinchillacrystal6899]

There is nothing better than watching her lips flapping from the dryer 🥰

[@janicegipson4691]

Having had a Great Dane early in adulthood, I endorse everything you said about the breed, including the heartbreak of losing them so young. Why I never had another in all the years between then and now. Now, I just got an electric 4 whl minimal frame scooter so I can get around out in the wide world again, & found a friend’s Great Dane pacing happily along with me - hmmm, the life span of the dog is now very suited to my years left to care for a dog, and I found myself still missing a Great Dane in my life. Genteel but goofy! Heartbreak, here I come ❣️ Merry Christmas, Good Yule & a wonderful new year for you, I love these videos!

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

These are beautiful thoughts that have touched me. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@mihanni2214]

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas Janice! I hope you can have another dog to spend your years with

[@skittlesthehusky1225]

we love you, janice! i hope you're well :)

[@ussxrequin]

Best of luck, and I wish you happiness in life (:

[@studydraw8282]

She's so precious, and beautiful, its such a shame that they are a heart-break breed. I really want a great dane now :(

[@piratekit3941]

My neighbors growing up always had 2, and they really were a heart-break breed for sure. He would lose one due to age, and the other would pass shortly after every time :(

[@testerwulf3357]

They may not always be around as long but that gives you good reason to adopt! The shorter your pets lifespan the more dogs you can adopt over time saving more from the adoption centers and such, it's incredibly sad but at the same time you get to know so many good pups.

[@RexytheRexy]

One of my favorite memories of my Dane: the day he farted and startled himself, meriting a growl and a full investigation of his hindquarters. At the time, he weighed 115lbs. However funny this mental picture sounds, it was truly priceless in person.

[@carawaldrup4653]

I miss my Great Dane so much. RIP Buddy Boy 2003-2018, this good girl looks exactly like he did it made me cry. Hell I even went and got his old leash from my closet, he was buried with his collar. I miss you boy

[@Moonlava722]

As an owner of great Danes they can cost a lot of money so ... And they need a backyard to roam and LOTS of exercise. I have 6 Danes. All rescues. I love love how gentle you are with all the babies. Your a beautiful soul.

[@janareeves7482]

Tracker is beautiful! We had a Great Dane almost 40 years ago that was marked just like this (except with white on his front feet - we said he was always formally attired in tuxedo and spats) and had uncropped ears. He was a stray that had been seen all over town, but no one could catch him. When he made it to our house, he must have been tired of being homeless, because he came right in and stayed. Our vet at the time estimated that he was 4 or 5, so he lived to 11 or 12 when we chose to end his suffering from debilitating arthritis. Treatment options were more limited 30 years ago. He was, indeed, a gentle giant and member of the family who appointed himself as our son's guardian from the day we brought him home from the hospital. Thank you for educating your viewers about bloat! We have always had athletic large breed dogs, so we have followed bloat control protocols for years.

[@themisspultone]

And nothing, but nothing can convince them that they are not lap dogs, which just adds to the heartbreak ;.;

[@nancyrubano-nord5265]

The Great Danes are a gentle giant. My son use to have two mastiffs and although they were big, they loved to play with the grandchildren. You could see that they dealt differently with the different ages. The larger boy they were rougher with and the two year old they let climb all over the. This young lady you had today was so pretty. You always do an excellent job on the dogs. Their owners I hope are very grateful.

[@stephensugg7463]

I was lucky enough to have one as a constant companion for 13 years before I had to say goodbye. He will remain the best thing that has ever happened to me.

[@bitterbeauty6144]

Our neighbors Great Dane's poop has a half life of plutonium

[@sabastiantaylor7209]

Everything she said about the Great Dane breed was so accurate. I have had many breeds of dogs small to large but once I got a Great Dane I will always have a Great Dane in my home. Such a sweet animal with so much love and kindness. Playful but never to aggressive and tons personality. I’m completely infatuated with them after having one. In the past I have had chow chows, Dobermans, vizsla”s, several types of collies, shin tzu, pugs French bull dogs, Lhaso Apso, Boxer, Davhsund and of course labradors and golden retrievers but of all the breeds the Great Dane I am the most fond of.

[@amberhansen5086]

I know this can be controversial but as someone that has seen multiple cases as a Vet Nurse, I still believe a gastopexy (tacking the stomach) is important for great Dane health to prevent the bloated stomach from twisting and killing the tissue and saves $$$ in the Emergency situations. Love your videos!!!💕

[@Jess-he9fc]

How is that controversial

[@Aurora-fi5gx]

@@Jess-he9fc it’s a pretty invasive surgery, as well as expensive, and if done in properly can cause even more problems. I do agree that if the dog is a breed known for bloat, or has a family history of bloat it should be done though.

[@Thenoobestgirl]

Interesting! I didn't know that was a thing

[@branka570]

What a beautiful girl! And thank you for educating people about bloat in dogs. I had a 13 year old lab/Akita mix that this happened to. Prior to her having it I never heard of it before. The surgery is very costly, 8 years ago it was 6500$ so I can only imagine the cost now. Anyone considering adopting a large breed should be aware that’s a possibility. Also, educating themselves of the first signs of bloat as the time is of the essence. The quicker they see a vet the better the odds of survival

[@hotsoup3915]

My Great Dane just had bloat a few days ago, and while we haven’t seen the final total because he isn’t out of the hospital, it’s been $7000 so far. I also didn’t know what bloat was until it happened and it really is terrifying. Given how dangerous it is, I really wish it was talked about more. Had I known about bloat I would have had gastroplex done on my dog before hand to prevent it.

[@testerwulf3357]

This is why I believe you should always look up common health problems for the breed you get so you can treat them for said issues early to make it easier if they do get them even if hey don't! So with big dogs looking up common health issues like bloating can help a tin as it teaches you to heavily space out their food. For certain breeds that often have hip or joint issues you can feed them things to help with said issues early which make it less likely they'll get them and if they do it tends to not be as bad! I which this was more common ESPECIALLY the knowledge about bloating!! Bloating is horrible, expensive, and extremely scary especially when unprepared..I wouldn't wish it on anyone..

[@vishakhabh.6341]

Great Danes are just giant goofy puppies! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶❤❤❤❤

[@KenS1267]

Right down to thinking they can sit in your lap.

[@Takeshi_Akane]

As someone who lives with a Miniature Dachshund, I recommend a queen mattress for the little dogs. Our big dog prefers to sleep on top of us.

[@Emily-fy6ej]

Hahah!! When my big boy leans on me, he pushes all his weight on me… all 140 lbs of him 😂

[@Takeshi_Akane]

@@Emily-fy6ej oh gosh! My big dog went to the vet today for an ear infection, and I just found out he weighs 90 pounds. ONLY 90. And he fell right on top of me while he was sleeping, which feels like 2x the weight. But he's huge, I don't get how he's so skinny, he's real old though. But our dachshund if very heavy. She's really lazy to. She's picky as heck. She NEVER stops staring at me when I eat. I have to shove a pillow in her face untill she decides to move. She hogs everything. But she's cute as fluff.

[@DragynGirl]

I can confirm that. My mom had mini doxie (she was small for a mini actually, weighed all of 8.5 lbs) and that dog would push me out of a California king sized bed whenever I babysat her. She passed away a few years ago at the age of 14 from a genetic blood disease, but I will always remember waking up with like maybe 6 inches of bed to myself and this little dachshund somehow taking up the entire rest of that bed.

[@Takeshi_Akane]

@@DragynGirl Aw I'm sorry for your loss, she sounds so sweet though. I'm so confused how my mini dachshund hoggs the whole bed, most of the time I'm sleeping on the floor. Somehow she stretches out another 2 feet. I'm always asking myself, "Is she 60% butt and 40% Head? Or 40% Butt and 60% head....."

[@LittleMissV]

She looks just like my Maximus ❤️, except he’s probably 10-20 lb heavier. We have black bears and coyotes in our neighborhood, so it’s nice to have my Great Dane around to scare them off. He’s super protective when he thinks there’s one or the other close by. He’s so ferocious, and yet he’s simultaneously scared of our cat, Minnie, who’s just 15 lb. He’s so gentle, he nibbles on us with his gums (instead of teeth) when playing.

[@greatgownsbeautifulgowns]

When I was a teenager my cousin came to visit her daughter and was staying in her daughter's basement. I went downstairs to say hi not knowing that there was a dog down there at the time even though I knew my cousin trained dogs. I get to the bottom step and say "Hi Loretta!", and next thing I know a horse in the form of a dog has jumped up on me, put it paws up on my shoulders,rested its head on top of my head, then barked a deep, loud "WOOF!". I said "Bye Loretta!" and walked right back upstairs.😂 My cousin was cracking up and told me "But he's just a puppy!" I said "Not when he's taller than me!... I'll see you when you come upstairs." Eventually I DID go back downstairs though, and he really just wanted to play. His size scared me because I had never encountered a dog that was taller than me before, and that deep bark scared me but that Great Dane was the sweetest dog.

[@tylociraptor8131]

I LOVE danes. My friend and I babysat one when we were about, oh, 11? That dog was so gentle, even though it was taller than both of us. I remember laying down to sleep and waking up with the dane under my head as a pillow, she pushed herself all up under me. Sweet dogs.

[@angeline6477]

My neighbors had a Great Dane when we were growing up and he was such a sweetheart. He helped my sister overcome her fear of dogs. He loved to play with us and he sometimes saw himself as a lapdog. He was usually quite gentle but dang his tail was powerful and painful 😂

[@roberthearn2908]

He didn't see himself as a lapdog - he was a lapdog! All Great Danes are lapdogs!

[@TheLostBear78]

I own a great Dane. Other than the white on the chest. My girl looks EXACTLY like this dog! Shape of the face and head are EXACT! Same expressions! Same super worried look. I have owned 6 different great dane's, and am extremely shocked how EXACT this dog looks like my current older girl. Same level of grey in the muzzle even!

[@TheKyPerson]

When I was growing up, a friend of mine's grandmother had a Great Dane named Big Boy. She was also a horsewoman and it was fun to see this tiny woman (she was only 5 feet tall) control two big animals, both of whom loved her and she loved them. I would see "Gran" riding her horse and Big Boy trotting merrily after her.

[@genenco1]

There a short on KZbin that has a GD laying down, two small 10 lb dogs approached carefully and then the GD stood up. Those two ran screaming in fear from a GD who simply wanted to greet them..🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@emmabovary1228]

Oh, what a precious and darling babe.

[@katej2284]

When I was a young kid we always saw a woman with a Great Dane on the way to school and it was such a gorgeous friendly dog. The owner would mime sitting/riding the dog like a horse for my amusement (no weight on the dog whatsoever, she would just comically hover above it to show off the dog's size) and seeing it every morning would make my day 😊

[@ultramaximusreviews]

The look in her eyes "Why?" LOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS!

[@sp0rez]

I haven't even finished the video but her legs while your conditioning her is literally making me lose my breathe from laughter cause she's doing the splits 🤣

[@kikima258]

My dog does this when she wants me to rub her belly while standing up 😅😅😅

[@jdshl8423]

It's almost like the smaller dogs give you a far harder time than the little ponies. This video was almost "boring" for sheer lack of drama. I don't know whether to laugh or cry for you. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year all the same, and hope you have a feisty new year with tons more drama!

[@allisoncompeaux3981]

Heartbreak breed. Gosh, would be so hard to let go after such a short life. 'Hope she is one that may stay around a little longer. Beautiful creature.

[@lu-cthecynical]

Love big dogs but having them truly is heartbreaking. I used to have a huge dog and I loved her so much, but as she got to 6-7 years old I started worrying, knowing that our time together is limited. She was only 9 when I decided that there was no point in making her push through the health problems. She just wasn't enjoying life anymore, was tired and in pain. If I get a new dog someday, it will be a much smaller one. I can't go through the heartbreak again

[@lred1383]

Kinda strange, isn't it? The general trend in nature is the bigger the animal, the longer its lifespan. And yet breeding dogs to be smaller, even if it gives them horrible deformities, still massively increases their life expectancy. It makes no sense for a pug to live twice as long as a wolf, and yet that is the case

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

I "rescued" a Great Dane mix four years ago that looks almost exactly like Tracker, but only weights 80 pounds. His previous owners brought him to a local park and left after a few minutes walk. Baxter looked around then leaned up against me. That night I put him to bed in the family room on his dog bed and went to bed. I woke up a short time later and Baxter was sleeping with his head on my shoulder. He's slept there ever since. He's the perfect house dog. He's also EXTREMELY protective and very loud about it. But, he's good with people and 100% submissive to my Border Collie mix who plays with him really well.

[@therealharleybutler]

A Great Dane is a dog I'd love to have at some point in my life. Right now a college student I'm absolutely not even going to consider getting one after seeing how badly some of my friends dogs are taken care of. I will get one once I have the proper resources, living space, and job to support such a wonderful breed of dog. Love the videos as always. Keep up the amazing work 😊

[@edenflynn2524]

When I was little my family rescued a LabXGD and she was THE sweetest and most protective girl ever. Same height as a full Dane, just with the face, feet and fur of a lab. She was black with a white star on her chest, some white on her paws and on the tip of her tail. Her name was Misha, and one of the funniest things about her was that she would hold still for HOURS while my little brother, a toddler at the time, would pass out on top of her. All she did was look at my mom for help. My parents split when I was 5 or 6 so she got rehomed to a family who had a full lab and they became besties, sharing beds and everything. She lived a super long time, probably due to the half lab genes and the family being really on the ball about her health, but nearing 20 years later, I still miss her like crazy. Danes are the best!

[@_Josalyn_]

I once had a great dane named Sophie from the movie, Big Friendly Giant, and she was beautiful but sadly passed away at 4 years old...

[@chaosphoenix6591]

I had a black and blazed Dane named Charlotte. She lived to be about 4½. She was the best friend anyone could ever ask for.

[@jellymermaidforlife1471]

Congrats on 1M

[@Emily-ck9ji]

My aunt was addicted to rescuing Great Danes. If there was one in need, she was there to take them home. And they either stayed there for the rest of their lives or until she found a good home. They were THE BEST babysitters in dog form and I loved "helping" to take care of them. Lol. Just giant bundles of love.

[@mkmom8473]

My neighbor had a Great Dane. He was very sweet. She said she couldn't keep bread on top of her fridge because he would get it. Lol!

[@XXXkazeXXX]

My cousin had two great danes and lol that boy had a tail like a whip and he was such a lap dog. The girl was a gentle soul. I admire my cousin’s way of training them, I saw them unleashed on my uncle’s yard that had no fencing what so ever and they didn’t even look at the road.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

yep sounds like a Dane....they think they are all lapdogs, bless their hearts

[@Vnx]

She was a very good girl! I had a great dane/lab mix growing up. Good boy. He made it to 13.

[@donjones4719]

It's a great cross. My nephew had one, Abe was heartier than a pure GD and lived longer. Both are caring breeds and he was a huge big puppy. The full body of a Lab and not far from the height of a GD. Black, of course. That's a scary look for a bad guy to come across.

[@wimschoenmakers5463]

As a kid I grew up with five of those 'pony's' running around in our home. These dogs are great to have, especially with kids.

[@Angliscwer93]

My mom has a Great Dane. She's a big sweet boofer who will constantly bother you for pets and hugs. And she's a spoiled princess.

[@sewper_swaggy4363]

Those pants are legit fire. I have a corgi here watching this with me, and he seems to be thoroughly offended that I'm watching this and not paying attention to him.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

sounds like a corgi...they can get jealous LOL

[@BoredPandaNomNom]

yup thats a corgi alright 😁

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

Someone once said, it's the corgis who rule Buckingham Palace, not the Queen, because of of how stubborn and bossy corgis are.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

@@Nikki-tx6kh that's almost every dog LOL they just "allow" us to live there, it's their place

[@adventuretwin2772]

Cure dog!!

[@alfadrottning42]

Adding on to the mention of bloat here since I have a great dane (Loki). It's possible to get your dog's stomach tacked so that, if it is bloated, it cannot twist. The twisting/torsion of the stomach is the thing that causes major problems. Loki had a bloat incident a few months ago while my parents and I were travelling, but the place he was staying caught it and brought him to an emergency vet. After a very stressful car ride, we were informed that the vet had successfully operated on him and his stomach is now tacked so that it can't twist. If anyone else here wants to get a great dane, I recommend tacking their stomach when you do an operation like neutering/spaying. We weren't able to do that initially with Loki because he has a heart condition, but now that it's taken care of it's a weight off our minds. Anyways, great danes are amazing and I really enjoyed watching this groom!

[@thebestfishinthesea]

My Great Dane is 156 pounds and has horrible back legs. He has a lot of problems and his back legs are slowly giving way, so we are unable to give him walks without having to carry him back. I love him so much but I feel so sorry for him. He’s 4 years old and due to his condition (allergies to his meds, and those legs giving way) we’re gonna have to put him down in the next 2 years or sooner. It’ll break my labradoodles’ heart. She’s his best friend and she’ll miss him so much.

[@ToeTag1968]

Bloat is definitely a concern with large breeds. Another way to mitigate issues is to have the stomach tacked. Having elevated dog bowls can help, too. Love this breed. She seems like a sweetheart!

[@chriscusack7403]

We had our girls stomach tacked when she was spayed, and her colon wound up twisting later in life. According to the vet it was a result of the tack, but the odds of that vs bloat are rare. just saying it’s not a cure all.

[@GxldRush]

Makes me miss my Great Dane, her name was Eve (born on Christmas Eve) Danes are fantastic dogs. The sweetest ones ever. Sometimes I think they forget how large they are lol.

[@rutontuton]

Not only is their size a deterrent but their bark is loud and deep, very scary. Best dogs in the world!

[@Trahloc]

I had a terrible no good bad baby sitter from age 2 to 3. Nothing about that household brought me joy, except they had a great dane. I loved that dog and it was the only source of joy I can remember in that house and he is most likely responsible for my love of dogs today.

[@saras.5045]

Yay!!! I am so happy you’ve shown a Great Dane on your channel. I have a 10 month old Dane and I have just fallen in love with the breed.

[@sandyleesburg8245]

I like hearing the history of the breed. Please make that a regular feature.

[@parryyotter]

It is…lol you must be new.

[@gtshadow69]

I could never own one of these gentle giants, but I could spend all day playing with one!

[@LisaApril]

Scooby Doo was a great Dane, and he was also a big scaredy-cat. Beautiful dog and I hear great Danes are very loving with their families