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Name	Finnish Spitz	Beagle	Great Dane
Origins	Finland	England	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane breeds.	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog	English Beagle	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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?	33 pounds (15 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane height comparison:	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$700	$500-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane?	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane?	High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle 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 Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	Finnish Spitz 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.	Beagle 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

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Beagle 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane?	Finnish Spitz 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which uses mouth most during play?	Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Spitz 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has fewer health issues?	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most active?	Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle 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 Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane?	Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle 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

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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
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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. What colors are available?	Red Gold	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which drools least?	The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick Double	Dense	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane? Finnish Spitz or Beagle or {name3 shedding:	Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best with kids?	Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane?	Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle 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 Finnish Spitz or Beagle or Great Dane?	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very 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: Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane?	Yes Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle 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?	Yes Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Beagle 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?	Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has most military use?	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.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?	3-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. What's recommended?	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.

Finnish Spitz vs Beagle vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	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 Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Finnish Spitz, Beagle, and Great Dane. Which has most recognition?	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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	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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