Barbet
Barbet
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Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Breeds
Barbet
Comparisons
Great Dane (Grand danois)

Barbet vs Great Dane (Grand danois)

Compare Barbet and Great Dane (Grand danois) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Barbet
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 65 cm
71 – 86 cm
Weight
14 – 28 kg
49 – 95 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
8 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Barbet
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant

Summary

About Barbet
The Barbet is an ancient French water dog, medium-sized and sturdy, with a dense woolly low-shedding coat. Cheerful and people-focused, it thrives on family life, regular grooming, and active exercise, excelling in water work and dog sports, but remains a relatively rare breed.
About Great Dane (Grand danois)
The Great Dane (Grand danois) is a giant, elegant dog, among the tallest breeds. Once a boar‑hunting and estate guard dog, it is now a loyal, people‑oriented companion. Calm indoors with moderate exercise needs, it requires space, careful training, health care and close daily companionship.

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