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Name	Great Dane	Rajapalayam dog	Dalmatian
Origins	Germany	India	Croatia
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Indian Sight-Hound Poligar hound	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Rajapalayam dog? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$200-$400	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Dalmatian 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: Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Protective Courageous Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Rajapalayam dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rajapalayam dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. 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 Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Rajapalayam dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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: Rajapalayam dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rajapalayam dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis
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 Rajapalayam dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Rajapalayam dog and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rajapalayam dog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	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 Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Rajapalayam dog and Dalmatian color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black White Brown	Black White Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rajapalayam dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rajapalayam dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low 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 Rajapalayam dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Rajapalayam dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Dalmatian 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 Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Rajapalayam dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dalmatian 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.	Rajapalayam dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog or Dalmatian? 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.
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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?	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.	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: Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rajapalayam dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian 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.	Not really 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.	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.

Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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 Rajapalayam dog and Dalmatian have?	10-15 puppies	5-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Great Dane vs Rajapalayam dog vs Dalmatian 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 1888 as a Non-Sporting 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	No data available	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

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