York the Great Dane, reaching 97cm and still on the rise
Previously, we shared the story of Gracie, potentially the world’s smallest dog. Now, meet York, who may be on his way to becoming the world’s tallest dog.
Resembling a horse (and consuming as much as one as well), this Great Dane is poised for potential record-breaking fame.
At just 13 months, York already stands at a staggering 97cm and continues to grow.
His owner, Dave Ryan, believes this towering canine will surpass the current world record of 105cm.
“When we purchased him, I didn’t anticipate him being this large, but I truly believe he will grow to be the biggest dog in the world,” Mr. Ryan remarked.
“I thought it fitting to name him York after New York, as it’s a big city and he’s a big dog… It seemed like the perfect name for him.”
However, don’t be misled by his appearance. Mr. Ryan, residing in Melbourne, mentioned that while York may appear “big and scary,” he is more akin to a “friendly giant who is quite calm.”
York’s size isn’t the only noteworthy concern in the Ryan household—there’s also the cost of feeding him. He consumes 12 cups of dry food and 1kg of chicken necks daily, totaling over $160 each week.
Despite his impressive appetite, he doesn’t equally enjoy physical activity.
“He only requires a walk of 20-30 minutes each day. In fact, he’s quite lazy and prefers to sleep most of the day,” Mr. Ryan explained. “We used to keep him indoors frequently, but now he spends the majority of his time outside or sprawled out on his own three-seater couch, which he occupies entirely.”
