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8 Large Dog Breeds Known for Sweet Temperaments

A giant blue-gray Great Dane curled up on a living room armchair that is clearly too small for it.
A gentle Great Dane rests its head on a blue armchair, showcasing the breed’s sweet and calm nature.

03 Great Dane

Nicknamed the “Apollo of Dogs,” the Great Dane possesses an incredibly sleek, athletic build and towers over most other breeds.

Standing up to 32 inches at the shoulder and weighing up to 175 pounds, a Great Dane on its hind legs is often taller than a full-grown adult human.

Despite their imposing stature, Great Danes are famous for their comical, affectionate behavior. They are convinced they are lap dogs and will happily back up and sit directly on your couch—or your lap—if you let them.

They are generally quiet indoors, making them one of the best calm big dog breeds for owners who want a relaxed indoor companion. You simply need to ensure your home has enough physical clearance to accommodate their long limbs and powerful, happy tail wags.

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  1. I’ve owned many different breeds of large dogs. For the past 15 years I have been involved in a Greyhound Rescue group. We find homes for these dogs when they are retired from racing. I currently own three greyhounds. I have owned a total of eight. They are gentle and easy tempered..

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