Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Germany

​United States

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

3000 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Black
White
Red
Pied

Great Danes have short coats.

Coton Chins have medium-length coats.

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 Coton Chin can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Coton Chins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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 Coton Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Myotonia

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Great Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Coton Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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 Coton Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Danes usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Coton Chins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Coton Chins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin feed 1 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 Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Coton Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Great Danes are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Coton Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Great Danes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Coton Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Coton Chins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.