Description:
Zen is as pretty as you please. What his breed is, well, it's a bit of a mystery to us, but he has the carriage and friendliness of a Great Dane. Just 57 pounds when we rescued him, he should probably weigh closer to 75! Big Boy!!!

1/31 Foster Update
Zen is such a people person. He loves to snuggle with you and will sit by your side. He is such a fun dog. He is sweet, fun, and lovable. He loves to play with our foster Zoey. We took him to the dog park and he did fantastic with all of the dogs and kids. He would make a great family dog!

Zen with fostermate Zoey:

*** According to dogbreedinfo.com, the history of Great Danes go way back. Incised on some Greek money dating back to 36 B.C. is the image of a dog very similar to the Great Dane of today. The Great Dane is known as the "Apollo of all dogs." In 407 A.D. German Gaul and part of Italy and Spain were invaded by an Asiatic people (the Alans) who brought with them powerful mastiff-like dogs. In Germany especially, where these magnificent animals capable of overcoming bears and wild boars were much admired, a process of selective breeding was begun. The dogs were crossed with Irish Greyhounds, and the issue was the beautiful, large, thin, agile dog known today as the Great Dane. Despite the fact that they are called Danes in English, these dogs have nothing to do with Denmark. The Great Dane is a gentle giant. Dignified, kind, sweet and affectionate, it is playful and patient with children. It loves everyone and needs to be around people. The Great Dane does not bark much and only becomes aggressive when the circumstances require it. A steady dog, responsible and dependable. Brave and loyal, it is a good watchdog. They need plenty of exercise - at least a good walk a day. The expected life-span is about 10 years, although some live 12-13.