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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff or Swissy or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Name Broholmer Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Great Dane
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff Swissy
Great Swiss Mountain Dog
Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund
Large Swiss Mountain Dog
Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Bouvier Suisse
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Large
Giant
Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight comparison:
Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg) 130-135 pounds (59-61 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: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg) 132.5 pounds (60 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (60-72 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: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (66 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?
$1300-$1500 $2000-$2500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane intelligence:
Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane trainability comparison.
Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Confident
Friendly
Calm
Protective
Alert
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:
Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
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 Broholmer indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Greater Swiss 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: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
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.

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greater Swiss 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? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:
Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Distichiasis
Digestive Problems
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?
Rare
The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Life Expectancy
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Broholmer, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane coat comparison:
Rough
Smooth
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Broholmer, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane color?
Red
Yellow
Golden
Black
Red
White
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Broholmer dogs shed moderately.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?

Medium

The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greater Swiss 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 Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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.
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Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?
Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Yes
Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greater Swiss 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
Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greater Swiss 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?
Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?

Not really

Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Broholmer and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane have?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 10-15 puppies

Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 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 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 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Pet Registry, Inc.
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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