Great Danes carry an undeniable presence. They’re regal, gentle, and impossible to ignore. Living with one, though, is less about admiration from a distance and more about reshaping daily life around a dog that doesn’t quite understand its own size.

1. Size Isn’t Just a Number

It’s one thing to know a Great Dane can top 150 pounds, but another to live with it. Their tails clear coffee tables, their paws land heavy on your lap, and their head might rest naturally on your shoulder while you’re seated. Living with a Dane often means rethinking your furniture, your walking routes, and even your car.

2. Short Lifespan Changes the Rhythm

Great Danes have some of the shortest lifespans among dogs, often 7 to 10 years. This reality can be heartbreaking, but it also makes every season with them

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