{"id":2122,"date":"2023-02-19T11:26:01","date_gmt":"2023-02-19T11:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/?p=2122"},"modified":"2023-02-26T11:37:47","modified_gmt":"2023-02-26T11:37:47","slug":"why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Great Danes Lean On You? | 2024 Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662cbf906529e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662cbf906529e\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Why_Do_Great_Danes_Lean_On_You_2024_Guide\" title=\"Why Do Great Danes Lean On You? | 2024 Guide\">Why Do Great Danes Lean On You? | 2024 Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#6_Reasons_Why_Great_Danes_Lean\" title=\"6 Reasons Why Great Danes Lean\">6 Reasons Why Great Danes Lean<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#For_Affection\" title=\"For Affection\">For Affection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Sense_of_Security\" title=\"Sense of Security\">Sense of Security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#To_Show_Protective_Behavior\" title=\"To Show Protective Behavior\">To Show Protective Behavior<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#To_Show_Affinity_for_Certain_People\" title=\"To Show Affinity for Certain People\">To Show Affinity for Certain People<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#They_Are_Tired\" title=\"They Are Tired\">They Are Tired<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#To_Show_Signs_of_Illness\" title=\"To Show Signs of Illness\">To Show Signs of Illness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#How_Do_You_Know_If_It_Is_A_Medical_Condition\" title=\"How Do You Know If It Is A Medical Condition?\">How Do You Know If It Is A Medical Condition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#How_To_Manage_Great_Dane_Leaning\" title=\"How To Manage Great Dane Leaning?\">How To Manage Great Dane Leaning?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Train_Your_Dog_For_Different_Situations\" title=\"Train Your Dog For Different Situations\">Train Your Dog For Different Situations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Encourage_Him_To_Sit_or_Stand\" title=\"Encourage Him To Sit or Stand\">Encourage Him To Sit or Stand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Say_No_To_Aggressive_Behavior\" title=\"Say No To Aggressive Behavior&nbsp;\">Say No To Aggressive Behavior&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Give_Them_A_Timeout_If_Everything_Else_Fails\" title=\"Give Them A Timeout If Everything Else Fails\">Give Them A Timeout If Everything Else Fails<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Reward_Your_Pup_When_He_Doesnt_Lean_On_People\" title=\"Reward Your Pup When He Doesn&#8217;t Lean On People\">Reward Your Pup When He Doesn&#8217;t Lean On People<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Bottom_Line\" title=\"Bottom Line\">Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/why-do-great-danes-lean-on-you\/#Helpful_Resources\" title=\"Helpful Resources\">Helpful Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Great_Danes_Lean_On_You_2024_Guide\"><\/span>Why Do Great Danes Lean On You? | 2024 Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Great Danes<\/strong> are amazing companions, but sometimes they can be a bit too clingy and lean on their owners. While most Great Dane owners don&#8217;t mind this, it can be a nuisance to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So why do Great Danes lean on you?<\/strong> Well, there are several possible reasons, but the most common is that <strong>they show affection for you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dog may be telling you that they need your love and attention or simply that they are happy to be by your side!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isn&#8217;t it lovely to be so loved? But the problem with this behavior is that it can get out of hand and can be difficult to manage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Why-Do-Great-Danes-Lean-On-You.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"812\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Why-Do-Great-Danes-Lean-On-You.jpg\" alt=\"Why Do Great Danes Lean On You\" class=\"wp-image-2145\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Since Great Danes are gentle giants, their weight can be overwhelming, and moving these majestic creatures away from you may become more challenging than one might expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are several steps you can follow to manage this behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I\u2019ll discuss the possible reasons why Great Danes lean on you and give advice on how to manage it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Reasons_Why_Great_Danes_Lean\"><\/span>6 Reasons Why Great Danes Lean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a pet owner, I can think of six possible reasons why your Great Dane may lean on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/great-dane-shedding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Great Dane shedding like crazy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Affection\"><\/span>For Affection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As I have explained above, Great Danes often lean on humans to <strong>show their affection<\/strong> for their family or person. They are trying to show love and receive love in return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also why dogs may lean when they are receiving a belly rub or getting petted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Great Dane Loves Leaning and Getting Loved ~ 1500th You Tube Video\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7uEvEy010Zg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>If your Great Dane is leaning on your child or another family member, that&#8217;s much better because that shows that your pup loves and respects them too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sense_of_Security\"><\/span>Sense of Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Great Danes may lean on to find comfort and feel safe, especially if they feel <strong>anxious or scared<\/strong> in a certain situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical contact with the person gives the dog a sense of security and reassurance; hence they lean on you to find that comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Show_Protective_Behavior\"><\/span>To Show Protective Behavior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Great Danes may also lean in an attempt to show protective behavior towards their loved ones. This could be a sign that the dog is feeling threatened but wants to protect those around them from harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you may find them <strong>aggressive <\/strong>in this situation. Your Dane may also growl or bark at others to show their protectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you find your pup leaning and exhibiting such behavior, be sure to take the necessary precautions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/are-great-danes-good-guard-dogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Are Great Danes Good Guard And Protection Dogs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Show_Affinity_for_Certain_People\"><\/span>To Show Affinity for Certain People<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some Great Danes may lean towards people they are close to, such as family members or other people they trust and feel comfortable around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/To-Show-Affinity-for-Certain-People.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"813\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/To-Show-Affinity-for-Certain-People.jpg\" alt=\"To Show Affinity for Certain People\" class=\"wp-image-2144\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>They may instinctively know that these specific people can offer them extra protection and security when needed, so they will always lean towards them as an act of <strong>loyalty and admiration<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_Are_Tired\"><\/span>They Are Tired<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, this one is pretty self-explanatory. After a long day of running around and playing, your pup might just be <strong>exhausted <\/strong>and want to cuddle up with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if your Great Dane is displaying this behavior after a run, don&#8217;t be surprised &#8211; just give them a good belly rub and cuddle up with them for a while. They&#8217;ll thank you later!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Show_Signs_of_Illness\"><\/span>To Show Signs of Illness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While rare, it&#8217;s also possible that your Great Dane might be leaning because they aren&#8217;t <strong>feeling well or is experiencing discomfort <\/strong>due to an illness or medical condition like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/dealing-with-canine-arthritis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">arthritis<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hip dysplasia<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In that case, it&#8217;s best to take your Great Dane to the vet right away for proper medical attention and care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Know_If_It_Is_A_Medical_Condition\"><\/span>How Do You Know If It Is A Medical Condition?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Great Dane suddenly starts leaning more than usual, has difficulty standing or getting up from a lying position, or seems to be in unusual levels of pain, it&#8217;s most likely due to a medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other signs that it might be a medical issue include an unusual or foul-smelling odor coming from your Great Dane, limping or favoring one side of the body, and a general lack of energy or activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice any of these symptoms, don&#8217;t delay\u2014make an appointment with your veterinarian right away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Manage_Great_Dane_Leaning\"><\/span>How To Manage Great Dane Leaning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your furry friend seems perfectly fine medically, then you&#8217;ll want to start training them not to lean. Below are some tips on how to do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Train_Your_Dog_For_Different_Situations\"><\/span>Train Your Dog For Different Situations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take your dog for regular walks or play fetch, so they can experience different situations and locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will train your dog not to be afraid of new environments and people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_Him_To_Sit_or_Stand\"><\/span>Encourage Him To Sit or Stand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of allowing your pup to lean on you, encourage them to sit or stand next to you. Give them lots of treats and praise when they do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you catch your dog leaning on someone, immediately redirect their attention to something else. Give them a toy to play with or ask them to sit and stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Say_No_To_Aggressive_Behavior\"><\/span>Say No To Aggressive Behavior&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dog leans on you and shows aggressive behavior, you need to do something about it right away. Give them a firm &#8220;no&#8221; and redirect their attention to something else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Manage-Great-Dane-Leaning.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"859\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Manage-Great-Dane-Leaning.jpg\" alt=\"How To Manage Great Dane Leaning\" class=\"wp-image-2143\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>If that doesn&#8217;t work out, separate your dog and the person they were leaning on for a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Give_Them_A_Timeout_If_Everything_Else_Fails\"><\/span>Give Them A Timeout If Everything Else Fails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, put your dog in a timeout if all else fails. Let your dog know their behavior is unacceptable, and they need to take a break before continuing their training\/day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By doing this frequently, your dog will learn that leaning is not allowed, and they&#8217;ll eventually stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reward_Your_Pup_When_He_Doesnt_Lean_On_People\"><\/span>Reward Your Pup When He Doesn&#8217;t Lean On People<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also reward your pup for not leaning on people. You can give them a small treat or let them play with their favorite toy whenever they don&#8217;t lean on people.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/how-to-train-your-dog-use-treadmill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Train Your Dog to Use a Treadmill<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will reinforce the fact that leaning on others is not good behavior and should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be consistent with your dog&#8217;s training. This means you should redirect their attention every time they lean on someone and reward them for not leaning on people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, the reasons why Great Danes lean on you are far more complicated than a simple show of affection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to understand the various contributing factors such as stress, comfort, and an instinctive need to protect humans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking into account both their emotional and physical needs, you can create a better life for your Great Dane. As with any animal companion, mutual understanding is key to forming a strong bond with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helpful_Resources\"><\/span>Helpful Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/are-great-danes-good-guard-dogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Are Great Danes Good Guard Dogs?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/can-dogs-eat-freezer-burned-meat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can Dogs Eat Freezer-Burned Meat?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mastiffweb.com\/best-dog-crates-for-mastiffs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Dog Crates for Mastiffs<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Do Great Danes Lean On You? | Guide Great Danes are amazing companions, but sometimes they can be a bit too clingy and lean on their owners. 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