Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Dutch Kooikerhondje
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Dutch Kooikerhondje 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)
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
35 – 42 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
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 Dutch Kooikerhondje
Medium-small Dutch gundog with orange-red and white coat, black-tipped ears and a plumed white tail. Affectionate with family, reserved with strangers, intelligent and sensitive. Needs daily exercise, training, and companionship; generally healthy with some hereditary conditions monitored.
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