Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great Dane (Grand danois)
VS
Presa Canario
Presa Canario

Great Dane (Grand danois) vs Presa Canario

Compare Great Dane (Grand danois) and Presa Canario 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)
Presa Canario
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 86 cm
56 – 66 cm
Weight
49 – 95 kg
40 – 65 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
9 – 11 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics

Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Presa Canario
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 Presa Canario
The Presa Canario is a large, powerful guardian from the Canary Islands, strongly built with a short, low‑maintenance coat. Calm and affectionate with family but wary of strangers, it needs experienced handling, early socialization, solid training, and regular exercise.

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