The Great Dane, also known as the German Mastiff, is a breed of dog from Germany. The Great Dane descends from hunting dogs known from the Middle Ages and is one of the largest breeds in the world.

The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, strength, and elegance with great size and a powerful, well-formed, smoothly muscled body. It is one of the giant working breeds, but is unique in that its general conformation must be so well balanced that it never appears clumsy, and shall move with a long reach and powerful drive. The Great Dane is a short-haired breed with a strong, galloping figure

Height Dogs: 76–90 cm (30–35 in)
Bitches: 71–84 cm (28–33 in)
Weight: 50–82 kg (110–180 lb)
Life span: average 8–10 years