Have you ever seen what crossbreed becomes of mixing a Great Dane and Mastiff together? You get the Daniff. Also known as the Mastidane, Great Daniff, or English Daniff, this hybrid came from the United States, but it’s unknown for how long it’s been around. Initially bred as a companion and watchdog, this dog breed takes some of its parent breeds’ best qualities.
The Daniff is a large dog breed, with males much bigger than females. For example, males can grow to be about 30 to 35 inches tall and weigh between 115 and 150 pounds. On the other hand, females are much shorter, growing to be about 23 to 28 inches tall. Also, females can weigh between 115 and 125 pounds. In addition, this crossbreed has a short and smooth coat that can come in a handful of colors. For example, you can have a Daniff with a fawn, white, black, brindle, or blue coat.
When it comes to grooming, the Daniff is low-maintenance. If they inherit wrinkles from their Mastiff parent, then you’ll want to wash their face to keep infection and odor away. Otherwise, they shed a little bit, so keeping up with weekly brushing is ideal. You can bring them to a professional grooming salon once in a while for a bath, but it’s not needed.
Daniff – A Huge Dog
Given their size, your Daniff won’t do well in an apartment. They’ll prefer to have a bigger house with a fenced-in yard to let them stretch their legs. Also, this hybrid has high energy levels. So, you’ll need to provide at least 90 minutes of physical activity for them per day. You can take them on long walks, hikes, or jogs. Also, you can bring them to the dog park or drop them off at doggy daycare while you’re at work.
Finally, Daniffs can inherit health issues from their parents. So, bring them to the vet at least once a year for their checkup. This mixed breed has an average lifespan of about eight to 12 years with proper care.
