Great Dane Health Guide
Complete health profile covering disease predispositions, vital statistics, and preventive care recommendations for Great Dane.
Vital Statistics
| Lifespan | 7–10 years |
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| Weight Range | 50–79.4 kg |
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| Height Range | 72–90 cm |
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Disease Predispositions (7)
Great Dane is predisposed to the following health conditions. 4 are hereditary.
| Condition | Category | Risk Level | Hereditary | Screening |
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| Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus/Bloat |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Dilated Cardiomyopathy |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Osteosarcoma |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Hip Dysplasia |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
| Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
| Autoimmune Thyroiditis |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
| Eye Diseases (Cataracts) |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
Obesity & Weight Management
| Obesity Risk Level | High |
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| Ideal Body Condition Score | 4 |
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Genetic Screening
| CHIC Required Tests | Hip Dysplasia; ACVO Eye Exam; Autoimmune thyroiditis; Cardiac Evaluation |
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| Dystocia Risk | High |
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