Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Comparison – Which dog is better Chuksha or Apollo of Dogs?

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Name	Siberian Husky	Great Dane
Origins	Russia	Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	12	14
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Siberian Husky and Great Dane. What other names are these breeds known by?	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 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?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Great Dane? Is a Siberian Husky taller than a Great Dane?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 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?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane. Which breed costs more?	$700-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare training requirements.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare alertness levels.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare territorial behaviors.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs Great Dane?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane 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: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane?	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Siberian Husky vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs Great Dane?	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs Great Dane? Which can be better for hunting?	Siberian Husky 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.	Great 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare play drive and energy.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare adaptability levels.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or Great Dane?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Great 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.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane. Which breed is healthier?	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane?	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare activity levels.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Siberian Husky vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or Great Dane?	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Siberian Husky and Great Dane? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare drooling amounts.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Great 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane? Compare fur types.	Fluffy	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Siberian Husky or Great Dane? Do Siberian Husky dogs shed more than Great Dane dogs?	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare kid-friendliness.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane 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 Siberian Husky or Great Dane?	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or Great Dane? Can a Siberian Husky and a Great Dane be friends? Do Siberian Husky dogs get along with Great Dane dogs?	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane?	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Which is better for therapy work: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Siberian Husky or a Great Dane? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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 history between Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Siberian Husky and Great Dane breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Siberian Husky and Great Dane. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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