Great Dane vs Lurcher Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Great Dane

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Great Dane

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

Great Dane

1/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Lurcher

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Great Dane

4/5 · Easy

Most Active

Great Dane

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

5/6

83%

Great Dane

👑 Winner

2/6

33%

Lurcher

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
United K
Popularity
#14
#505
Common Names & Aliases
Apollo of DogsDeutsche DoggeGentle GiantGerman MastiffDane
Poacher's DogLong Haired Lurcher
Breed Classification
Purebred
Cross Breed
Size Classification
Giant
Large
Weight Statistics
Male: 54-90 kg, Female: 45-59 kg
27-32 kg
Average Weight
Male: 72.6 kg, Female: 52.2 kg
29.5 kg
Height
Male: 76-86 cm, Female: 71-81 cm
55-71 cm
Average Height
Male: 81 cm, Female: 76 cm
63 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
4/5
Price Range
$800-$1200
$600-$800
Availability
5/5
2/5
Personality Traits
FriendlyDevotedGentleReservedConfidentIntelligentLoving
AffectionateFunnyLoving
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
4/5
Prey Drive
3/5
5/5
Affection Level
3/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
3/5
Playful Nature
2/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
3/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Above 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
7-11 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
BloatCancerDilated CardiomyopathyHip DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePatent Ductus ArteriosisPersistent Right Aortic ArchSubvalvular Aortic StenosisTricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Bloat
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
3/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
3/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
2/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
2/5
2/5
Food Consumption
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueFawnWhiteBrindleMerleBlack
Any
Grooming Requirements
1/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
4/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
Coat Characteristics
Dense
SmoothThickStraight
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Military Service Background
Yes
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
10-15 puppies
3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Winner / Best value