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Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or St. Hubert Hound or Braque Saint-Germain? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane Bloodhound Braque Saint - Germain
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Braque Saint-Germain
Saint Germain Pointer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain? Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $800-$1200 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Braque Saint - Germain dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is easiest to train?
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is most alert?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is most protective?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Obedient
Loyal
Hard working
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Braque Saint - Germain dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Bloodhound 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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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Braque Saint - Germain barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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The Braque Saint - Germain is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Braque Saint - Germain breed in the home.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain?
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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Braque Saint - Germain has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which uses mouth most during play?
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Braque Saint - Germain bite force: Ordinary.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Braque Saint - Germain: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
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).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Braque Saint - Germain should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain 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
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Demodectic Mange
Dental Problems
Aortic Stenosis
Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS)
Cleft Lip
Cleft Palate

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Braque Saint - Germain has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Dull white with orange (fawn) markings
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Braque Saint - Germain requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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.
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The Bloodhound 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 Braque Saint - Germain is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Braque Saint - Germain has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Rough Fine
Thick
Glossy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain? Great Dane or Bloodhound or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is best with kids?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Bloodhound or Braque Saint - Germain?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Braque Saint - Germain 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
Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Braque Saint - Germain is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Braque Saint - Germains are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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 Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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 Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Braque Saint - Germain breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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 Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 8-10 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. What's recommended?

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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Great Dane vs Bloodhound vs Braque Saint - Germain Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. No data available
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Bloodhound, and Braque Saint - Germain. 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
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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