Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Leonberger
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Leonberger
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Leonberger 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)
Leonberger
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
65 – 80 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
40 – 77 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
9 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Leonberger
Great with kids
Easy to train
Giant
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 Leonberger
Large, strongly built “gentle giant” with lion‑coloured, water‑resistant double coat and black mask. Typically calm, devoted, and very good with children and other pets when well socialised. Needs regular exercise, kind training, thorough grooming, and careful health management.
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