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Name	Black Russian Terrier	Great Dane	German Pinscher
Origins	Russia	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	116	14	136
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Black Terrier Mustaterrieri Russian Bear Schnauzer Schwarzer Russicher Terrier Stalin's Dog Tchiorny Terrier Terrier Noir Russem Chornyi	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or Great Dane? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher weight comparison:	80-143 pounds (36-65 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	111.5 pounds (50.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (69 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (68 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2500	$800-$1200	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Frequent: The Black Russian Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Confident Affectionate Lively Gentle Social Cheerful Brave Stable Defensive	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Average to High: Black Russian Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Black Russian Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Black Russian Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Black Russian Terrier 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.	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.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Average: Black Russian Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Average: The Black Russian Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher 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 Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	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 Black Russian Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane 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 Pinscher indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Black Russian Terrier 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.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Black Russian Terrier bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher 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 Black Russian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Black Russian Terrier 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.	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Black Russian Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Urinary Stones	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Black Russian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Black Russian Terrier, Great Dane and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Black Russian Terrier: 12 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	3 to 4.5 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	2 to 2.5 cup 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? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Black Russian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher coat comparison:	Rough Curly Waterproof	Dense	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Black Russian Terrier, Great Dane and German Pinscher color?	Black Gray	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:	Average: The Black Russian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Black Russian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher 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, Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Black Russian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Black Russian Terrier is an average drooler. 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.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Pinscher 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 Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Yes Black Russian Terrier 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.	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Black Russian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Black Russian Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher 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: Black Russian Terrier or Great Dane or German Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher?	Not really Black Russian Terrier 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.	Not really German Pinscher 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.	Not really 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher 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 Black Russian Terrier and Great Dane and German Pinscher have?	6-12 puppies	10-15 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Black Russian Terrier vs Great Dane vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National 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 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

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