Exercise: These strong dogs need plenty of exercise and open spaces where they can run and play freely. Running alongside a cycle is a good way for them to get exercise, so long as they don't go running ahead. It is important that they are no over-exercised during growth period.

Feeding: Great Danes have a demanding appetite. They are a fast-growing breed and need careful attention with their nutrition while going through growth stage.

History: Their name came from French word 'grand Danois' which means 'big Danish' and it is unknown why British adopted this name when breed originated in Germany. It is believed that Great Danes mastiff family originated in Asia as far back as 3000 BC, as there were Egyptian drawings of 'tiger dogs' similar to Great Dane. This breed became well established when Greece and Rome were main powers of western civilization. They were later known in central Europe as German Mastiff or Boarhound.

Additional Comments:

It is said that someone can easily break into a house that is watched over by a Great Dane, but that they can never get out. Like other Mastiff type dogs Great Dane is very tolerant of pain and therefore injuries or illnesses can be overlooked for long periods of time.

Grooming: There is little grooming needed for French Bulldog. Occasional brushing is adequate and ear passages need to be kept clean. The facial creases should be treated with a special lotion occasionally.

Exercise: This breed does not require much exercise and so long as they receive adequate attention, no long walks are necessary. In summer or hot weather it is best to avoid exercise due to their short nose.

Feeding: These dogs enjoy their food and their diet needs to be controlled.

History: This breed was once known as Boule-Douge Francais. It is presumed that French Bulldog evolved from a miniature British Bulldog - a breed that never gained popularity. These miniatures migrated to France and some were crossed with a local terrier strain. This cross-breeding was aimed to retain pugnaciousness and add terrier abilities for good ratting. The outcome produced a breed that had both erect bat ears and Bulldog's rose shaped ears. Over time as breed became established, only dogs with bat ears were recognised.

Additional Comments:

French Bulldogs enjoy being part of family and going everywhere with them. They should not be kept in a kennel.