Hi all! I'm considering re-trying the AT this year. Unfortunately, I can't find much information on Great Danes and long distance hiking. Even more unfortunate, I think the answer is no, but can anyone say if my Dane would be ok on a thru hike? I'm not talking about food weight issues or anything, simply whether or not her build/breed can withstand it.
While they're known to be lazy, she will always have more energy than me. She tires out easily on hot days, but probably due to the fact that she's an inside dog and Florida gets HOT! So maybe she can be conditioned or become accustomed?
And just her weight (115lbs), I'm concerned if it would take a greater toll on her joints than it would other breeds. At 2 1/2 years old, she's young enough, but still.
*No need for any dog dislikers to chime in with negativity because 1- The forum sticky says to not do it and 2- I have one of the best disciplined, behaved, and gentle dogs on this planet. (Although I wouldn't recommend slapping her or anything.) 3- I'm an intelligent and responsible owner. Basically, she puts the average dog to shame and I've seen many an embarrassed owner blush as their dog acts a fool when we walk by.
And no, that is NOT ME with her! ha