Basset Bleu de Gascogne vs Great Dane (Grand danois)

Compare Basset Bleu de Gascogne 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

Basset Bleu de Gascogne

Great Dane (Grand danois)

Breed type

Purebred

Height

34 – 38 cm

71 – 86 cm

Weight

16 – 18 kg

49 – 95 kg

Life expectancy

10 – 12 years

8 – 10 years

Child friendly

4/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

2/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

2/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Bleu de Gascogne

Great with kids

Medium

Great Dane (Grand danois)

Great with kids

Quiet

Giant

Summary

About Basset Bleu de Gascogne

French scent hound with blue‑mottled coat, long low body and deep baying voice. Calm, affectionate and gentle at home; energetic, determined and scent‑driven outdoors. Generally sociable with dogs and families. Needs regular exercise, kind training, ear care and secure fencing.

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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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