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16+ Historical Facts About Great Danes You Might Not Know

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#13 The Danes were the first to decide to monitor the purity of the blood of their giants, in 1866 the standard of the Danish mastiff was approved.

#14 Only at the end of the 19th century did German dog breeders unite for a common goal: to create one breed on the basis of motley dog-like breeds, which would incorporate the best external features and working qualities of animals from different regions.

#15 The initiative group first met officially in 1878 in Berlin, and two years later the standard appeared.

Mary Allen

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Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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