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Pointer
VS
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Pointer vs Great Dane (Grand danois)
Compare Pointer and Great Dane (Grand danois) 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
Pointer
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
71 – 86 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
49 – 95 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
8 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
2/5
2/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Great Dane (Grand danois)
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Summary
About Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
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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