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Plush Danois (Great Dane x Anatolian Shepherd)

Protective, courageous and fearless like both its parents, the Push Danois makes for a great guard dog because of its alert and watchful nature. They are territorial with a reserved attitude towards strangers. Socialization and obedience training would help to address their inherent behavioural issues.

Plush Danois

Dog Profile

Other Names Great Dand Anatolian Shepherd mix
Breed Registry Details DBR, IDCR
Nicknames
Common Physical Features Well-muscled, sturdy built; low set, floppy ears; small, expressive eyes; long neck; slightly curved, plumed tail
Coat Type Undercoat: Wooly and water-repellant; Outer coat: plush and smooth
Colours Pale yellow, pale brown, black, brown, blue, white
Life Expectancy 7-13 years
Size Big
Height Male and Female: 76 to 86 cm
Weight Male and Female: 50 to 60 kg
Litter Size 5-6 puppies
Personality Calm, intelligent, alert, observant, loyal, territorial
Kids-Friendly Partially (not a good choice for little ones due to their large size and overprotective nature)
Animal-Friendly Partially (Might have the chasing and herding instincts of the Anatolian Shepherd)
Climate Compatibility Moderate
Care Level High to Moderate
Exercise Requirements High:  Walking (60 minutes a day, divided into two or three walks); Jogging (20 minutes)
Grooming Needs High (if its coat is like the Weimaraner); Moderate (if it inherits the Great Dane’s smooth, glossy coat)
Coat Brushing Frequent (Four to five times a week to prevent matting)
Bathing Occasional (Once a month)
Eyes and Ears Cleaning Frequent (Once a week)
Brushing of Teeth Regular (Once a day)
Nail Clipping Frequent (Once in every two weeks)
Feeding  
Adults 3 to 4 cups dry dog food per day
Puppies ½-1 cup puppy food at two months, with the amount increasing till the time it is two years old
Hypoallergenic No
Barking Capacity Moderate (it could emit a loud, booming bark like the Anatolian Shepherd particularly at night while keeping a close vigilance)
Trainability High
Probable Health Problems Canine dysplasia, Wobbler’s Syndrome, bloating, deafness (among the white dogs)
Origin USA

Suitable Names for A Plush Danois

Males

  • Danny
  • Bhaloo
  • Balu
  • Jasper
  • Romeo

Females

  • Alexa
  • Sweety
  • Chutki
  • Sherry
  • Bella

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