A Great Dane in the home has its pros and cons. To raise a Great Dane, adequate care and attention is needed. A Great Dane is a large breed of dog so you will need to be more cautious in keeping such a type of dog. Owning a Great Dane is a serious responsibility. It's like raising another baby in your household.

Con - expensive maintenance

The basic needs of your Great Dane include shelter, food, water, grooming, and veterinary care, just like any other breed of dog. Of course, being a large breed of dog, the needs of Great Danes are greater than the smaller-sized breeds. Thus, it means increased expenses. This can be a number one con in raising a Great Dane. You may even be shocked with the costs of their medicines, health care, and bigger portions of pet food. It's wise that you get a Great Dane health insurance so you can afford medical costs when needed.

Con - need for taller-fenced yard

Aside from the expensive costs of a Great Dane's needs, you also have to consider fencing and containment for a Great Dane. A four-foot fence will not work for a Great Dane as they are known to be one of the tallest breeds of dogs. With that height, their jumping abilities can easily surpass a four-foot fence.

Con - needs huge crate

However, if you need a crate, you will need one that is huge in size. It's best that you have a huge crate ready because you may need to keep your dog in it if you are away. At the same time, if you need to transport them you will need a huge crate that can fit them comfortably.

Pro - can live in small houses or apartments

On the bright side, it's not a necessity to have a large home for a Great Dane. These breeds can even live in apartments. They can easily curl up on your couch.

Pro and Con - they need time and affection

Your Great Dane requires a great amount of human interaction. If you do this, you are assured that you have a loyal and affectionate dog. However, if you are the type who doesn't have the time, then having a Great Dane is not ideal for you. They are sensitive and malleable. They look to their owners or humans in general for guidance. They will require not only verbal commands but the human body language and emotion as well. Whatever trait you show them is what they will follow. If you're lazy to train and guide them, then you'll end up with a lazy and unsociable Great Dane as well. Raising a Great Dane or any other breed of dog for that matter requires great responsibility and dedication.