Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Miniature American Shepherd 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)
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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