In a nutshell: With a look of dash and dare is ready to go anywhere and do anything!

Description: Very muscular, strongly though elegantly built with a balance of height and weight.

Temperament: Kindly without nervousness. Friendly and outgoing.

Advantages as an agility dog:

• Only needs two strides to reach the A-frame!

Disadvantages as an agility dog:

• Heavy impact on landing so must be careful not to stress joints. (Jumps should be no more than 24") Bigger than a collie!

Rating out of 10: If equipment is used to accommodate their size, the Great Dane will demonstrate how the breed has earned the title of 'Apollo' of all breeds. 10/10/

Examples of dogs that have done well in agility: Blake, a Harlequin Great Dane - Olympia 1999, Crufts 1999 and still going strong at seven years old!

What's it like to live with as a pet: A privilege! Be warned - once you have lived with a Dane you will always live with a Dane. Remember the song... There is nothing like a Dane!

Would you buy another one for agility? Already have. Watch this large space!
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