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Name	Great Dane	Greyhound	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	United Kingdom	England Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	English Greyhound	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Greyhound or Greyhound? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	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.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? 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.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
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.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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 Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever 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 Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	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.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
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).	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Greyhound and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Greyhound and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever?	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.	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 Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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 Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high 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 Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Dane or Greyhound or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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 Greyhound and Labrador Retriever have?	10-15 puppies	1-12 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Great Dane vs Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever 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 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 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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