Leonberger vs Broholmer Comparison – Which dog is better Gentle Giant or Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff?

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Name	Leonberger	Broholmer
Origins	Germany	Denmark
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Leonberger vs Broholmer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Broholmer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Leonberger or Broholmer? Is the Leonberger bigger than the Broholmer breed? Is a Leonberger smaller than a Broholmer?	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Leonberger or Broholmer? Leonberger vs Broholmer weight comparison:	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Broholmer? Is a Leonberger taller than a Broholmer?	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Leonberger vs Broholmer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Leonberger or Broholmer? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Leonberger and Broholmer?	$1500-$2000	$1300-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Broholmer?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Leonberger or Broholmer smarter? Which is best? Leonberger vs Broholmer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Leonberger vs Broholmer trainability comparison. What's the difference between Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Leonberger or Broholmer?	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Leonberger or Broholmer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Leonberger vs Broholmer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Leonberger or Broholmer? Leonberger vs Broholmer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Protective Confident Friendly Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Broholmer?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Leonberger vs Broholmer social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Broholmer? Which can be better for hunting?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer 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

Leonberger vs Broholmer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Leonberger vs Broholmer playfulness comparison:	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Leonberger or Broholmer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Broholmer indoors.
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Leonberger vs Broholmer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Leonberger or Broholmer?	Leonberger 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.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Leonberger or Broholmer?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Leonberger more dangerous than a Broholmer?	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Leonberger vs Broholmer mouthiness comparison:	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Leonberger vs Broholmer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Leonberger vs Broholmer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Broholmer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Leonberger vs Broholmer lifespan comparison. How long do Leonberger and Broholmer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Leonberger and Broholmer?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Broholmer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Leonberger or Broholmer? Does the Leonberger breed eat more than the Broholmer breed?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Leonberger vs Broholmer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Leonberger vs Broholmer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Leonberger vs Broholmer coat comparison:	Waterproof	Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Leonberger and Broholmer color? Leonberger vs Broholmer color comparison:	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Red Yellow Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Leonberger or Broholmer? Leonberger vs Broholmer grooming comparison:	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Leonberger or Broholmer? Do Leonberger dogs shed more than Broholmer dogs?	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Broholmer 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: Leonberger or Broholmer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Leonberger vs Broholmer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Leonberger or Broholmer?	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Broholmer?	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	The Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Leonberger or Broholmer? Which dog is more friendly?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Broholmer 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 Leonberger or Broholmer?	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Leonberger or Broholmer?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Leonberger or Broholmer? Can a Leonberger and a Broholmer be friends? Do Leonberger dogs get along with Broholmer dogs?	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Leonberger vs Broholmer 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Leonberger or Broholmer? Which is better for autism?	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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Leonberger vs Broholmer?	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.

Leonberger vs Broholmer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Leonberger and Broholmer have? Leonberger vs Broholmer litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Leonberger vs Broholmer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club

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