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5. The Great Dane Is Great With Strangers

Though they are the biggest dog breed in the world, the Great Dane defies convention with its remarkably flexible lifestyle and space needs. These amazing giants are great family friends since they combine great height with quite mild temperaments. Great Danes are known for their friendly temperament and especially for physical intimacy with their human family members, despite their size which might first seem frightening. Their innate tendency to curl up on sofas or relax at their owners' feet contrasts warmly with their massive weight. Their natural warmth towards strangers—shown by a degree of trust and openness that makes them great social partners—is among their most charming traits.

Although they do need consistent exercise to keep their health and well-being, their needs for it are generally fewer than those of a canine of their size would demand. Families that value a busy social life and regular contacts with new people would find them well suited since of their soft attitude and trusting character. Great Danes have great physical presence, but given enough exercise and attention from their devoted family members, they fit rather nicely to many living environments.