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Name	Great Dane	Kangal Dog	German Shepherd
Origins	Germany	Turkey	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Great Dane 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: German Shepherd 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: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Kangal Dog 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd 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 Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
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 Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Fatty Tumors	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Kangal Dog and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	8 to 10 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	3 to 4 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? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Double	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Kangal Dog and German Shepherd color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Cream	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Great Dane or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd 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, Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Kangal Dog 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 German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Dane or Kangal Dog or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd 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?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd 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 Great Dane and Kangal Dog and German Shepherd have?	10-15 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Great Dane vs Kangal Dog vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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Cesar Miller
Apr 11, 2021, 6:44:10 PM:
Bro you literally said these dogs are easy to train yet you call them stubborn. There are other factors that make dogs unsuitable for novice owners. Please fix this