Great Dane (Grand danois)
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen 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)
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
34 – 38 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
15 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
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
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen: small, sturdy French scent hound with a rough, tousled coat and shaggy eyebrows and beard. Cheerful, social and comical yet independent, vocal and strong‑willed. Needs plenty of exercise, patient positive training and secure fencing due to strong hunting drive.
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