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Name	Great Dane	Black Mouth Cur	Weimaraner
Origins	Germany	United States	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner breeds.	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	American Black Mouth Cur East Texas Cur Yellow Black Mouth Southern Cur	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	45-95 pounds (20-43 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner? Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	16-25 inches (40-64 cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$300-$500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Average: The Black Mouth Cur is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is easiest to train?	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most alert?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most protective?	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner? Compare temperaments.	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Active Protective Loyal Kind Trainable Fearless	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Weimaraner 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: Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Black Mouth Cur dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Black Mouth Cur is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Black Mouth Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Black Mouth Cur barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most playful?	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Black Mouth Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Black Mouth Cur breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed lives longest?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	12-18 years The average lifespan of Black Mouth Cur: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has fewer health issues?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Black Mouth Curs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Black Mouth Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Ear Infections	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most active?	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Black Mouth Cur dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Black Mouth Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner?	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Black Mouth Cur has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which needs most food?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. What colors are available?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Red Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Black Mouth Cur doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which drools least?	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 Black Mouth Cur is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weimaraner 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 Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Black Mouth Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Smooth	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner? Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are low shedders. See more.	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best with kids?	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Black Mouth Cur dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Black Mouth Cur or Weimaraner?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Black Mouth Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Black Mouth Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Black Mouth Curs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Black Mouth Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really 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 Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has most military use?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has most puppies?	10-15 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. 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.

Great Dane vs Black Mouth Cur vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Black Mouth Cur, and Weimaraner. Which has most recognition?	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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

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