Adult Great Danes are giant dogs that typically stand about 28–32 inches (71–81 cm) tall at the shoulder and weigh roughly 110–175 pounds (50–79 kg), with males on the larger end of that range. Some especially big individuals may grow a bit taller or heavier than these averages, but they are still usually within this general range.

Typical height and weight

  • Adult males are often around 30–32 inches at the shoulder and about 140–175 pounds.
  • Adult females are usually about 28–30 inches tall and roughly 110–140 pounds.
  • Overall height from ground to the top of the head when standing on all fours can be around 42.5–49.5 inches (108–126 cm).

Growth and “full size”

  • Great Danes reach most of their height by about 12–18 months but keep filling out in muscle and chest until around 2 years old.
  • Because they grow so fast and so large, controlled nutrition and joint-friendly exercise during puppyhood are important to protect their bones and joints.

Why they’re called “gentle giants”

  • Despite their imposing size, Great Danes are widely described as friendly, dependable, and often very gentle with their families.
  • Their combination of massive build and affectionate temperament is why they are often nicknamed the “world’s largest lapdog.”

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