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Name	Beagle	Bernese Mountain Dog	Great Dane
Origins	England	Switzerland	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	6	25	14
Reviews	10	6	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Small	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 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: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are 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: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog 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?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. 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 Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog 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: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle 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.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	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?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Bernese Mountain Dog and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 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: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	0.5 to 1.5 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? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog'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

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Beagle, Bernese Mountain Dog and Great Dane color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black White	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. 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: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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, Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bernese Mountain 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 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.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bernese Mountain Dog 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?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Great Dane? 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Beagle and Bernese Mountain Dog and Great Dane have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	1-14 puppies, average 8	10-15 puppies
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Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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