Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cu Faoil or Apollo of Dogs or Gentle Giant? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger" Compare Irish Wolfhound and Great Dane. Which is better: Irish Wolfhound or Great Dane or Leonberger?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Irish Wolfhound	Great Dane	Leonberger
Origins	Ireland	Germany	Germany
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	73	14	100
Reviews	1	14	4
User Ratings

Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger breeds.	Cu Faoil	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger? Compare adult weight ranges.	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Great Dane or Leonberger? Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger height comparison:	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1800-$2000	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Great Dane or Leonberger?	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which is easiest to train?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed is most alert?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed is most protective?	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger? Compare temperaments.	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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: Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger?	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which breed lives longest?	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	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 Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which needs most food?	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	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which drools least?	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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 Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Rough	Dense	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Irish Wolfhound or Great Dane or Leonberger? Irish Wolfhound or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. 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 Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which is best for draft work?	Not really 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.	Yes 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 Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Which has most puppies?	3-4 puppies	10-15 puppies	6-8 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy
Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. 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.

Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, and Leonberger. 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 Irish Wolfhound Club Of America	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Irish Wolfhound vs Great Dane vs Leonberger

Reviews