Great Dane Care
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Hot Weather Advice
During the hot, humid weather Great Dane owners should be aware that their dogs should only be exercised early in the morning and in the cool of the evening.
Their food can be cut back as they will not require the calories to keep them warm and plenty of fresh water, changed frequently, is essential.
Don't travel them in the heat unless absolutely vital. Put a 2 litre pop bottle half full of water in the freezer and then fill with cold water before travelling so they have cold water to drink on a journey. Also a damp towel, loosely folded, can be frozen and this can then be used to cover the dogs in hot weather to help cool them down. A spray bottle is useful to put a fine spray on their back to have the same effects.
Remember that heat affects Great Danes more than the cold. Blacks and blues are especially affected due to their dark colouring.
Old, pregnant and overweight dogs need extra care.
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