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Name	Great Dane	Boerboel	Otterhound
Origins	Germany	South Africa	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	14	124	186
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Otter Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Giant	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Boerboel or Boerboel? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound intelligence:	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable
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.	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Otterhound 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.	Boerboel 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.	Otterhound 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 Boerboel vs Otterhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.
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:	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound mouthiness comparison:	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound 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 Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia
Veterinarian Visits 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 Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Boerboel and Otterhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	8 to 10 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	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Shiny Smooth	Rough Waterproof
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Boerboel and Otterhound color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Great Dane or Boerboel or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	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.
Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound 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, Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Boerboel 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 Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Otterhound 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 Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Otterhound 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.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound 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: Great Dane or Boerboel or Otterhound? Which is better for autism?	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
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: Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound 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 Great Dane and Boerboel and Otterhound have?	10-15 puppies	7-10 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Great Dane vs Boerboel vs Otterhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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