The Great Dane Pitbull mix, also known as the Great Danebull, is a large cross breed between theĀ Great Dane and the American Pit Bull Terrier, two breeds that couldnāt be more farther apart from one another in terms of history.
The Great Danebull is recognized by both theĀ Dog Registry of America (DRA) and the International Designer Canine Registry (IDCR) as a mix breed and not a purebreed dog.
Thinking about a Great Danebull at first can be quite scary, especially when you think about the gigantic Great Dane [1] and the stocky-built Pitbull thatās just surrounded with a whole lot of unfounded, negative stereotype these days.
Even looking at a Great Danebull can be very intimidating at first given its very fierce look.
However, those who do have a Great Danebull at home know that this is very far from the truth and that Great Danebulls are very loving and affectionate dogs.
Great Dane Pitbull Mix Appearance
Height & Weight:Ā When it comes to the Great Danebullās size, itās quite hard to determine the exact size of this cross breed becauseĀ it greatly depends on the genetics it took most from either of the two parents, given the great difference in size between the two.
So, your Great Danebull could either be more representative of the smaller yet stocky Pitbull, or the humongous Great Dane.
Keep in mind that Great Danes can weigh anywhere betweenĀ 80-150 pounds on average, while Pitbulls can weighĀ anywhere between 30-80Ā pounds on average.
Either way, your Great Danebull will grow up to be a fairly heavy dog, weighing anywhere from 60-100 lbs and standing anywhere from 24-30 inches tall.
Colors:Ā Great Danebulls will most often be found inĀ black, brindle, brown, fawn, golden, grey, cream, Merle and white.
Coat:Ā The Great Danebullās coat is most often a short and smooth coat which can easily be kept looking shiny without too much of a strict and demanding grooming schedule.
Brushing its coat once every day usually does the trick and could very well relieve you from having to go to the groomer for similar purposes.
Great Dane Pitbull Mix Temperament & Character
In order to best estimate what the temperament and character of your Great Danebull is most likely to be, your best bet is to research those of its parents (the Great Dane and the American Pitbull Terrier [2]) because youāre most likely to get a combination of whatās found in both.
And, despite what you may be thinking about it being a terrible idea to mix such a fierce looking and strong dog like the Great Dane with the āaggressiveā Pitbull, what you get is actually a beautiful soul in return,Ā especially if itās properly trained and socialized when it was a little puppy.
Social:Ā Both the Great Dane and the American Pitbull Terrier dogs (yes, believe it or not, donāt fall victim to the lies about pitbulls)Ā are very gentle, loving and affectionate sweetheartsĀ and love to be present around their favorite humans.
The Great Dane and the American Pitbull Terrier dogs are both very attention seeking breeds,Ā so you have to be sure that you have the time to give their offspringĀ the attention and time itĀ needs from you every day.
This dog doesnāt cope very well when its owner is away from it for a long period, such as when youāre traveling, as it will easily develop separation anxiety issues [3].
For a dog its size, youāll be surprised about how much the Great Danebull likes to cuddle up with you and show you that youāre loved!
As for strangers, the Great Danebull is a bit shy at first and takes a little bit of time to get used to them.
And finally, when it comes to other pets in the house, the Great Danebull is one of the most friendly dogs to other animals.
Activity Levels:Ā If youāre going to be getting a Great Danebull as an additional family member, itās best you only do so if you live in aĀ house with a largeĀ backyard where this dog can spend the majority of its time in and be happy.
Itās a terrible idea to get a Great Danebull in a house with no adequate space such as a large backyard, because this dog loves to be out in the open where they can move freely.
Get a Frisbee or a soccer ball and play with this dog and notice how its the happiest living thing ever!
For a dog its size, youāre probably looking at 1-2 hours of exercise a day, with most dogs leaning more towards 2 hours.
Training:Ā Even thoughĀ The Great Danebull is a relatively large (sometimes even huge) dog, training it isnāt that hard of a task.
The Great Danebull is a very smart dog and shouldnāt prove too difficult to train, as it is known to be very eager to please its owner.
However, if youāre getting a Great Danebull puppy, be sure to train and socialize it at a very young age so it learns good habits when itās mind is most receptive to them.
If you get a Great Danebull dog that hasnāt been properly socialized and trained at a very young age and you want to train it, your job will be much more difficult becauseĀ you now have to change what itās used to doing ever since it was young.
Great Dane Pitbull MixĀ Health Issues
The Great Danebull isnāt known to suffer serious health issues, although you definitely have to check with your breeder for its parentāsĀ health information before getting one home.
The Great Danebull, just like any other cross breed, inherits many health problems from its parents, so itās very important that you donāt slack off on this step.
Some health problems that the Great Dane and the American Pitbull Terrier are known to have, which they may pass on to their Great Danebull offspring, are:
- Hip dysplasia
- Heart problems
- Allergies
- Bloat [4]
- Tumors
Generally speaking for a large dog its size, the Great Danebull has a life expectancy ofĀ anywhere from 10-14 years on average.
Great Dane Pitbull MixĀ Other Names
The Great Dane/Pitbull Mix is also referred to by the following names:
- The Great Danebull
- Great Dane/American Pit Bull TerrierĀ hybrid dog
- Pitbull Great Dane mix
Resources
1. Great Dane Club of America https://gdca.org/
2. Pit Bull Temperament & Facts https://www.britannica.com/animal/pit-bull-terrier
3. Separation Anxiety in Dogs https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/separation-anxiety-dogs
4. Bloat in Dogs: What It Is, the Symptoms, and Treatment https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/help-my-dogs-stomach-is-bloated-understanding-canine-bloat-torsion-and-gdv
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