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Name	Weimaraner	Dogue de Bordeaux	Great Dane
Origins	Germany	France	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	34	67	14
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Bordeaux Mastiff Bordeauxdog French Mastiff Bordeaux Bulldog	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Large	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Dogue de Bordeaux? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	120-145 pounds (54.4-65.2 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	132.5 pounds (54.4-65.2 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	23-30 inches (58-75 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	26.5 inches (66.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1300	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dogue de Bordeaux is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane intelligence:	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Courageous Loyal Devoted Outright Tempered Companionable Vigilant	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Dogue de Bordeaux rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dogue de Bordeaux breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Dogue de Bordeaux dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Dogue de Bordeaux bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dogue de Bordeaux has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Heart Problems Hyperkeratosis Mothers often need a caesarean section.	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Dogue de Bordeaux should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner, Dogue de Bordeaux and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Dogue de Bordeaux: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs exercise need is minimal.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dogue de Bordeaux's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Weimaraner, Dogue de Bordeaux and Great Dane color?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Red Fawn Mahogany Isabella	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dogue de Bordeaux doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Dogue de Bordeaux has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Dogue de Bordeaux is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane?	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dogue de Bordeaux dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dogue de Bordeaux is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.	Dogue de Bordeauxs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Weimaraner or Dogue de Bordeaux or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dogue de Bordeaux breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Weimaraner and Dogue de Bordeaux and Great Dane have?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Weimaraner vs Dogue de Bordeaux vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2008 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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