Large Size Dog Breeds
Great Dane
Size: 100-175 lbs
Life expectancy: 8-10 years
Common health issue: skin disorders
Great danes need the following:
Exercise: 30-60 minutes a day
Left Home Alone- 6-8 hours
Food- 6-10 cups per day
Yard size: an ample size but can adapt to
smaller yards
Energy level: moderate
Shedding: moderate
Temperament: Gentle, friendly, dependable
Saint Bernard
Size: 120-180 lbs
Life expectancy: around 8-10 years
Common health issue: hip dysplasia
Saint bernards need the following:
Exercise: a half hour per day
Left Home Alone- no longer than 4 hours
Food- 4-8 Cups per day
Yard size: any size
Energy level: moderate
Shedding:
Temperament: Gentle, calm, friendly
Mastiff
Size: 120-230 lbs
Life expectancy: 6-12 years
Common health issue: hip dysplasia
mastiffs need the following:
Exercise: 30-40 minutes per day
Left Home Alone- 4-6 hours
Food- 7-10 cups per day
Yard size: large enough to walk or sometimes run in
Energy level: low
Shedding: moderately
Temperament: Docile, protective, loving