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Name	Chow Chow	Old English Bulldog	Great Dane
Origins	China	England	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Extinct	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	English Bulldog	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Old English Bulldog? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 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?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 16-19 inches (40-48 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?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	Unavailable	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience 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 Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. 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: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Old English Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Old English Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Loving Alert Courageous Confident Friendly Strong	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less 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: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Old English Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Old English Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Old English Bulldog 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?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Old English Bulldog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Old English Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Old English Bulldog barks none to minimal. 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 Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Old English Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Old English Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	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: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Old English Bulldog 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.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Bulldog 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old English Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower 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.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old English Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	No data available	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 Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Old English Bulldog 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, Old English Bulldog and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old English Bulldog: 12 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: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Old English Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Old English Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Bulldog'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

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Old English Bulldog and Great Dane color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Red White Fawn Brindle Grey	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Old English Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Old English Bulldog dogs shed moderately. 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: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog 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, Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Bulldog 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 Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Old English Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another 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.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Old English Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Old English Bulldog 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 Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Old English Bulldog 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 Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane?	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Old English Bulldog 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: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Old English Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Bulldog 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?	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Old English Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog 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. 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: Chow Chow or Old English Bulldog or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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: Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane?	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Bulldog 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog 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 Chow Chow and Old English Bulldog and Great Dane have?	3-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Old English Bulldog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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