Hybrid Breed

Saint Bernard + Great Dane

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Great Dane and Saint Bernard mix - a hybrid breed.

Great Dane and Saint Bernard are two of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Both are large, strong and gentle giants. They make excellent family dogs and are known for their loyalty and affection.

Alternate Name -
Origin Switzerland - Germany
Life expectancy 8 - 10 years
Care requirements high-maintenance - low-maintenance
Activity level average - high
FCI group not recognised
AKC group not recognised
KC group not recognised
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Possible character traits of Great Dane and the St. Bernard mix - Such is probably his nature.

Great Dane and Saint Bernard mix is a beautiful, loyal and friendly dog that makes a great addition to any family. They are excellent with children and are wonderful protectors. Since they are a large breed of dog, they need plenty of exercise and room to run around. They are also known to drool quite a bit, so you need to be prepared to mop up a little drool every now and then! But all in all, the Great Dane Bernard mix is a sweet, gentle giant that will bring endless joy to your home.

Character

  • friendly
  • alive
  • quietly
  • vigilant
  • meek
  • dedicated
  • affectionate
  • reserved
  • confidently

Usage

  • Watchdog
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What diseases can occur in Great Dane and the St. Bernard mix.

The Great Dane and Saint Bernard mix is a large and powerful dog that has a lot of energy. They are also known to be very friendly and loving. However, this breed is also known to have some health problems. Some of the most common health problems with this breed include.

  1. Hip dysplasia,
  2. elbow dysplasia and
  3. Cancer.

Hip dysplasia is a condition in which the hip joint does not develop properly, which can lead to pain and lameness. Elbow dysplasia is a condition in which the elbow joint does not develop properly, which can also cause pain and lameness. Cancer is a very serious disease that can affect any dog, but is especially common in large breeds such as Great Danes and St. Bernard mixes.

The Great Dane-Bernard mix is a large, strong dog with a short, thick coat. The coat is typically brown or black with some white markings, and the Saint Bernard portions of the mix may have a longer, shaggier coat.

What are breed characteristics of this mix dog?

The Great Dane-Bernard mix is a large, muscular dog with a shoulder height of 65 cm and a weight of 55 kg. The coat is dense and short and can be either black, brown or brindle. The head is large and square, with a long, broad muzzle. The ears are floppy and hang down over the sides of the head. The eyes are brown and expressive. The tail is long and hangs low.

Fur length medium - short
Fur flat coated
Ear shape Floppy Ear
Tail fanned out - lang
Anatomy strong, slim, strong, sporty, square
Size ♀ 65 - 86 cm
Weight ♀ 45 - 120 kg
Size ♂ 70 - 90 cm
Weight ♂ 54 - 120 kg
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  • Epilepsy

    Definition: Dog has epilepsy if, for example, at least two epileptic seizures occur more than 24 hours apart.

  • Cancer

    May be common in older dogs.

  • Skeletal disorders

    IPA, FPC and OCD occur in dogs at four to five months of age during the most severe growth spurt.

  • dilated cardiomyopathy

    Dilated cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle in which it becomes enlarged (dilated) and shows poor contraction (poor pumping ability).

  • Joint problems

    Especially due to overweight, joint problems can occur in dogs.

  • Bone Cancer

    May occur with age.

  • Gastric torsion

    Gastric torsion is a disease in which the stomach rotates around its own longitudinal axis. The cause of the disease is not known.

  • Ataxia

    Ataxia (from Greek ἀταξία ataxia 'disorder' 'irregularity') is a generic term in medicine for various disorders of movement coordination. Ataxia can occur even when there is no paralysis (paresis), that is, when there is normal muscle strength.

  • The weight range for a Great Dane and Saint Bernard mix is 55 kg.

  • The average life expectancy of a Great Dane-Bernard mix is 10-12 years.

  • The size of a Great Dane-Bernard mix is between 60 and 65 cm.

  • The most common colors for a Great Dane and Saint Bernard mix are black, blue, brindle, tawny and tan.

  • The temperament of a Great Dane-Bernard mix is usually gentle, loving and loyal.

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