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Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Golden Retriever
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Golden Retriever
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Golden Retriever 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)
Golden Retriever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
51 – 61 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
25 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Golden Retriever
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
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 Golden Retriever
Friendly, medium‑large retriever with dense, water‑repellent golden coat and soft mouth. Highly trainable, people‑oriented and playful, needing daily inclusion, grooming and 1.5–2 hours of varied exercise. Bred as a gundog, now common as family, assistance and therapy dog.
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