Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

Choose a Great Dane if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Germany

Great Britain

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

3000 BC

1700s

Working (AKC:1887)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1909)
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Great Danes have short coats.

English Foxhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

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.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

English Foxhounds 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.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Myotonia

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

English Foxhound 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.

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Great Dane dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

English Foxhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound feed 3 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 an English Foxhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 an English Foxhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Great Dane is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

English Foxhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Great Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

English Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

English Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

English Foxhounds 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.

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