Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Apollo of Dogs or Barbone?

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Name	Great Dane	Toy Poodle
Origins	Germany	Germany France
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Great Dane and Toy Poodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Toy Poodle? Is a Great Dane taller than a Toy Poodle?	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Toy Poodle?	Very frequent: The Great Dane 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 Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare training requirements.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare alertness levels.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Great Dane vs Toy Poodle?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Toy Poodle?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Dane vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Great Dane vs Toy Poodle?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Great Dane vs Toy Poodle? 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.	Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare play drive and energy.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Toy Poodle?	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.	Toy Poodle 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.

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare average lifespans.	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle. Which breed is healthier?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Great Dane vs Toy Poodle?	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Toy Poodle 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	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Great Dane and Toy Poodle? Compare breed colors.	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Curly Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	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 Toy Poodle? Do Great Dane dogs shed more than Toy Poodle dogs?	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are very 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.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Toy Poodle? Can a Great Dane and a Toy Poodle be friends? Do Great Dane dogs get along with Toy Poodle dogs?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Great Dane vs Toy Poodle?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle 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.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Toy Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Great Dane or a Toy Poodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which has stronger military background?	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 Toy Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which has larger litters?	10-15 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Great Dane and Toy Poodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which needs longer recovery?	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 Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Great Dane and Toy Poodle. Which is more widely recognized?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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