Mastiff vs Great Dane (Grand danois)
Compare Mastiff and Great Dane (Grand danois): size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Mastiff
VS
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Mastiff
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Height
70 – 91 cm
71 – 86 cm
Weight
75 – 110 kg
49 – 95 kg
Life Expectancy
10 – 12 years
8 – 10 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
2/5
2/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Mastiff
Very Smart
Giant
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with Kids
Quiet
Giant
Summary
About Mastiff
The Mastiff is a giant, heavily built guardian dog, calm and dignified yet deeply devoted to its family. It is watchful rather than aggressive, needs gentle, consistent training, moderate exercise, and space. Its short coat is easy to maintain, but drool, health care, and costs are significant.
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.
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