The Great Dane is one of the world’s tallest dog breeds, often referred to as the “Apollo of all breeds.” This ancient breed is believed to have existed as far back as the 36 B.C. where dogs resembling it appeared on Greek money. There is still a debate as to the exact origins of the breed - some...
The Guinness Book of World Records proclaimed Giant George to be the world's largest dog. Giant George, a blue Great Dane, weighs 250 pounds and stands 3 feet, 7 inches tall. He outgrew the former world's largest dog, Titan, also a Great Dane, by one inch, a fact verified by Guinness officials...
Originating from Zimbabwe in South Africa, the Rhodesian Ridgeback was developed from crossing ridge backed dogs imported into the country with breeds like the Mastiff, Deerhound, local dogs kept by the KhoiKhoi tribes and also possibly the Great Dane. In the old days, the breed has been known by...
This Swiss national dog got its name from Bernard of Menthon, the 11th century monk who established the traveler’s hospice situated on the dangerous Alpine pass between Switzerland and Italy. They were developed from crossing the ancient Tibetan Mastiff, the Great Dane, the Greater Swiss...
The Canis Panther dog is a result of crossing breeds such as the Black Great Dane, Black Labrador, Doberman Pinscher and the Staffordshire Terrier. Developed in the USA in the 1970s, the breed is recognized as a dog for protection, created by personal protection trainers at that. Females weigh...
This is an ancient breed dating as far back as 391 A.D. used in wars and for guarding flock and property as well as for hunting big game. The name comes from its function as a wolf hunter and not from its appearance. The breed almost suffered near extinction but was restored in the 19th century...
