Presa Dane Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Presa Dane is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Dominant
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Reserved
Suspicious

Presa Dane dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Presa Canario, Great Dane

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

Presa Danes are known for their short coat.

Straight

A Presa Dane can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Presa Dane dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Presa Dane breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Bone Cancer

None Known

Blood Analysis
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Cardiac Test

Presa Dane have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Presa Danes are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Presa Danes are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Presa Dane dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Presa Dane, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Presa Danes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Presa Dane is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Presa Dane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-150 pound (45 - 68 kg) Presa Dane feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Presa Dane is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Presa Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Presa Danes are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Presa Danes are average friendly dogs towards children.

Presa Danes are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, Presa Danes can be good with cats,

Presa Danes are below average dog friendly dogs. Presa Dane dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Presa Danes are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Presa Danes have an average level of playfulness. The Presa Danes, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Presa Dane dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.