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Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS, is a veterinarian with nearly 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. Dr. Elliott earned her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the University of Glasgow. She was also designated a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Married with 2 grown-up kids, Dr. Elliott has a naughty Puggle named Poggle, 3 cats and a bearded dragon.
Great Danes are gentle giants, but their size brings real health risks. Learn the bloat, heart, and joint problems every Dane owner should know, the warning signs that need a vet, and the steps that help these dogs live longer.
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The average Great Dane lifespan is just 7 to 10 years. A veterinarian explains why giant breeds age so fast, the health factors (bloat, heart, cancer, joints) that shape longevity, and how to extend your Dane's healthy years.
