English Pointer vs Great Dane Comparison – Which dog is better English Pointer or Apollo of Dogs?

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Name	English Pointer	Great Dane
Origins	England	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	113	14
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Pointer or Great Dane? Is the English Pointer bigger than the Great Dane breed? Is an English Pointer smaller than a Great Dane?	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Great Dane? English Pointer vs Great Dane weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Great Dane? Is an English Pointer taller than a Great Dane?	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

English Pointer vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Great Dane? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Pointer and Great Dane?	$400-$500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Great Dane?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Pointer or Great Dane smarter? Which is best? English Pointer vs Great Dane intelligence:	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.
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Trainability English Pointer vs Great Dane trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Pointer vs Great Dane?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Great Dane?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Pointer vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Great Dane? English Pointer vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Great Dane?	English Pointer 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Pointer vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Great Dane?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Great Dane? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Great Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or Great Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an English Pointer more dangerous than a Great Dane?	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Pointer vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Pointer and Great Dane?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	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.

English Pointer vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Great Dane? Does the English Pointer breed eat more than the Great Dane breed?	2 to 3 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Pointer vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original English Pointer and Great Dane color? English Pointer vs Great Dane color comparison:	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Great Dane? English Pointer vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Great Dane? Do English Pointer dogs shed more than Great Dane dogs?	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Great Dane 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: English Pointer or Great Dane?	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.
Hypoallergenic English Pointer vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer or Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Great Dane?	The English Pointer 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.

English Pointer vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Pointer or Great Dane?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Great Dane?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Great Dane? Can an English Pointer and a Great Dane be friends? Do English Pointer dogs get along with Great Dane dogs?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	Yes English Pointer 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Great Dane 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: English Pointer or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: English Pointer vs Great Dane?	Not really English Pointer 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

English Pointer vs Great Dane 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 English Pointer and Great Dane have? English Pointer vs Great Dane litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies
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English Pointer vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	No data available	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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