Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Icelandic Sheepdog
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Icelandic Sheepdog
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Icelandic Sheepdog 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)
Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
41 – 46 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
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
2/5
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Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Icelandic Sheepdog
High energy
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 Icelandic Sheepdog
The Icelandic Sheepdog is Iceland’s only native spitz‑type herder, medium‑small, sturdy, and agile with a curled tail and thick double coat in varied colors. Cheerful, social, and vocal, it thrives on daily exercise, close family involvement, gentle training, and regular grooming.
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