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Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Belgian Malinois
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Belgian Malinois
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Belgian Malinois 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
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Belgian Malinois
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
57 – 62 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Belgian Malinois
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Summary
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.
About Belgian Malinois
Belgian Malinois: medium‑large, lean, and highly athletic herding dog with a short fawn coat and black mask. Extremely intelligent, intense, loyal, and people‑focused. Needs firm structure, daily mental work, and heavy exercise; thrives with experienced, very active owners.
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