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

Great Pyrenees has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Great Danes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Great Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Germany

Asia

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

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
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

3000 BC

Ancient Times

Working (AKC:1887)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Working (AKC:1933)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

White
Cream

Great Danes have short coats.

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Great Pyrenees 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.

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Myotonia

Entropion
Cataracts

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Great Pyreneess' 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.

Great Pyreneess need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Great Pyrenees has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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.

Great Pyrenees dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

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

Sniff, Sit, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Mouthing, Play, Being outside, People, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking, W, Hike, Going on drives, Car rides, Hiking, Tug of war, Hide and seek, Throw the ball

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 Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 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.

The Great Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees feed 4.5 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 Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 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 Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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.

Great Pyreneess 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.

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.

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

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

Great Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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