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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Short-Haired Collie or Swissy or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Collie Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Great Dane
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Short-Haired Collie Swissy
Great Swiss Mountain Dog
Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund
Large Swiss Mountain Dog
Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Bouvier Suisse
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 130-135 pounds (59-61 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?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 132.5 pounds (60 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 23.5-28.5 (60-72 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: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 23.5-28.5 (66 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $2000-$2500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane intelligence:
Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane trainability comparison.
Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Protective
Alert
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
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 Smooth Collie indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
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: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 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.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Distichiasis
Digestive Problems
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?
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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).
Life Expectancy
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane energy level comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Flat
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Smooth Collie, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Red
White
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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?
The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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.
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Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane?
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?
Yes
Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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
Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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?
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Collie or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

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: Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane?

Not really

Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Collie and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Great Dane have?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 10-15 puppies

Smooth Collie vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working 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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Pet Registry, Inc.
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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