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What Makes Danes Great? GiftWorksPlus Looks at the History of Great Danes

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The distinctive Great Dane is an easy dog to recognize. As one of the tallest dog breeds, Great Danes tower over most other dogs – and, when standing on their hind legs, they’re taller than many humans! It’s believed that Great Danes originated from a mixture of Irish Wolfhound with an old English Mastiff. For over 400 years, the Great Danes were used primarily for hunting boars in Germany; their size making them a perfect rival for these larger animals. The official standard or description of a Great Dane was adopted officially in 1891. Though their size might be intimidating, their personality certainly isn’t. Danes love companionship and have gentle and loving dispositions, and they’re great around children and other pets. They excel at obedience and agility but don’t need excessive exercise. In fact, it’s important to not over-exercise them as puppies since they grow quickly and too much exercise could damage their joints or bones. Marmaduke and Scooby Doo are two cartoon versions of Great Danes, showing them as big, lovable, gentle giants. These loveable dogs aren’t only popular in cartoons though; the American Kennel Club ranks Great Danes as the 15th most popular dog breed. Do you know someone who has a Great Dane? Give them a personalized gift they’ll love with custom picture frames from GiftWorksPlus. A dog picture frame from GiftWorksPlus is a great way to capture memories of a favorite pet, and a unique personalized gift is a great way to capture the unique characteristics of a Great Dane. Plus, GiftWorksPlus has wooden picture frames for almost any dog breed you could dream of. Visit GiftWorksPlus today to view over 300 types of dog picture frames to find a great customized gift for a family member or friend. Whether it’s a birthday, a special occasion, or just because, brighten someone’s day with a gift from GiftWorksPlus!