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Name	Siberian Husky	Great Dane	Boerboel
Origins	Russia	Germany	South Africa
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Medium	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Great Dane? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)
Height Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel height comparison:	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1200	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel trainability comparison.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Boerboel 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: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	High: Siberian Husky 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.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel social needs comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Siberian Husky 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Siberian Husky 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.	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.	Boerboel 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

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel playfulness comparison:	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel 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 Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Siberian Husky 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.	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky, Great Dane and Boerboel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel energy level comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boerboel 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 Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boerboel 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

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 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	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? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Siberian Husky, Great Dane and Boerboel color?	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel grooming comparison:	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Siberian Husky or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel 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: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel 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, Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. 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 Boerboel 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.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? Which dog is more friendly?	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boerboel 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 Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel?	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel 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.	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: Siberian Husky or Great Dane or Boerboel? 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.	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.	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.	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: Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel?	Not really Siberian Husky 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 Boerboel 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel 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 Siberian Husky and Great Dane and Boerboel have?	4-8 puppies	10-15 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Siberian Husky vs Great Dane vs Boerboel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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 Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

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