Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Large Münsterländer
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Large Münsterländer
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Large Münsterländer 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)
Large Münsterländer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
58 – 65 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
29 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Large Münsterländer
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 Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
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