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Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is the largest?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane? Compare adult weight ranges.	80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane? Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane height comparison:	26-29 inches (66-74 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$800-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane?	Very frequent: The Great Golden Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Berner Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyredane is quite easy to get.

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Great Golden Dane is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Berner Dane is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Great Pyredane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is easiest to train?	Great Golden Dane dogs are easy to train. See more.	Berner Dane dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most alert?	Great Golden Dane dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Berner Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most protective?	Great Golden Dane dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Berner Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane? Compare temperaments.	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Devoted Gentle Kind Reserved Trustworthy	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted Gentle Faithful Reserved	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Patient Devoted Gentle Strong Willed Fearless Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Berner Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Great Pyredane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane?	Average to High: Great Golden Dane dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Berner Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Pyredane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane social needs comparison:	Great Golden Dane dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Berner Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Golden Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Berner Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Great Pyredane is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Golden Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Berner Dane dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Great Golden Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Berner Dane barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Great Pyredane barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most playful?	The Great Golden Dane is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Berner Danes, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Pyredanes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Great Golden Dane breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Berner Dane breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Great Pyredane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most flexible?	Great Golden Dane dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Berner Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyredane dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane?	Great Golden Dane dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Berner Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Great Pyredane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Great Golden Dane has a low chance of biting somebody. Moderate ⏺ The Great Golden Dane has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Berner Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyredane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which uses mouth most during play?	Great Golden Dane dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Berner Dane dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Great Golden Dane bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berner Dane bite force: Ordinary. Above 400 PSI 🔼 Berner Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyredane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Golden Dane: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Berner Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyredane: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has fewer health issues?	Great Golden Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Pyredanes are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Great Golden Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Berner Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Pyredane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which breed is most active?	Great Golden Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Berner Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyredane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Golden Dane dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Berner Dane dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Pyredane dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane?	Great Golden Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Berner Dane dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Pyredane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Golden Dane's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Berner Dane has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Great Pyredane has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which needs most food?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. What colors are available?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Golden Merle Light	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Great Golden Dane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Berner Dane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Great Pyredane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which drools least?	The Great Golden Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Berner Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Great Pyredane is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Great Golden Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berner Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyredane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane? Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or {name3 shedding:	Great Golden Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Berner Dane dogs shed above average. See more.	Great Pyredane dogs shed above average. See more.
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Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best with kids?	Great Golden Dane dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Berner Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyredane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Golden Dane dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Berner Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyredane dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Golden Dane dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Berner Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Pyredane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane?	Great Golden Dane dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Berner Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyredane dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Golden Dane or Berner Dane or Great Pyredane?	Great Golden Dane dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Berner Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyredane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane?	Yes Great Golden Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Berner Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyredane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Golden Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Berner Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyredane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Golden Danes are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Berner Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyredanes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Great Golden Dane breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Berner Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyredane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which is best for draft work?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Great Golden Dane vs Berner Dane vs Great Pyredane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Great Golden Dane, Berner Dane, and Great Pyredane. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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