Great Dane has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Briard has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Germany

France

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

sheepdog

3000 BC

1300s

Working (AKC:1887)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1906)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Black
Gray
Cream

Great Danes have short coats.

Briards are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Great Dane can have a litter of 7-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Briard can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Great Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Briards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Great Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Briard breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Myotonia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Great Danes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Briards' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Great Danes need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Briards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Great Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Great Dane drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Briard minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Great Dane dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Briards bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Petting, Eating Snacks, Walk, Nap, Sniffing around, Play keep away, Fetch, Chasing Cats, Running, Treats, Play, Smelling, Exploring, Walks, Sniffing, Playing, Kisses, Jumping, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Dog Parks, Hiking, Waking, Tug of war, Fetching

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Dane, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Briard, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Great Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Briards have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Great Dane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Briard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-175 pound (54 - 79 kg) Great Dane feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Dane is between $116 - $126. This makes an average of $1392 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Great Danes make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Briards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Great Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Briards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Great Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Briards have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Great Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Briards are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.