Breed Comparison: Doberman Pinscher Versus Great Dane

Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane

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Doberman Pinscher Versus Great Dane: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Doberman Pinscher and for the Great Dane. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Great Dane

Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane

Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane: Overview

A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Great Dane is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are Working Dogs. This means both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Great Dane based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Doberman Pinscher Great Dane
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 5/5
General Health 1/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 7 to 10 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 100 to 200 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 8.5 years
Average Price $1910 $1560
Price Range $1100 – $2500 $1000 – $2000
Temperament Score 79.5 percent 81.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 15 15
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 5 48

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Great Dane. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Great Dane is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Great Dane. So, you should get the Doberman Pinscher!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane

    Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are most different:

  • Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Great Danes get along well with other dogs.
  • Doberman Pinschers have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Great Danes are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are most similar:

  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are very easy to train.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane.

    Doberman Pinschers weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Doberman Pinschers are 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Great Danes weigh 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Great Danes are 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Great Dane

    The Great Dane has a better temperament than the Doberman Pinscher.

    This is because the temperament score for the Great Dane is 81.5 percent while the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 81.5 percent, the Great Dane has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 314 Great Danes.

    Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Great Dane

    The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Great Dane puppy is $1560. The price of the Great Dane typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Great Dane can be as low as $100 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1324 Great Dane puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Great Dane.

    Doberman Pinscher Great Dane
    Average Price $1910 $1560
    Price Range $1100 to $2500 $1000 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Great Dane. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Great Dane puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes

    A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Great Dane puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

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    Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Great Dane

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers and many Great Danes are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Doberman Pinscher named Seymour that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Seymour on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Doberman Pinschers, Great Danes are also available for adoption. For example, Zeus is a Male Great Dane that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Great Danes like Zeus that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    1128748 is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also Pongo*, an adorable Male Great Dane on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Doberman Pinscher versus the Intelligence of the Great Dane

    Doberman Pinscher Great Dane
    Intelligence Rank 5 out of 130 dog breeds 48 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Doberman Pinscher has an obedience intelligence rank of 5 out of 130 dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Doberman Pinschers tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Great Dane has an obedience intelligence rank of 48 out of 130 dog breeds. The Great Dane belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Great Danes tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Doberman Pinscher is more intelligent than the Great Dane.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

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    The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Great Dane

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is as popular as the Great Dane with dog owners. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Great Dane is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Great Dane

    Popularity of Great Dane

    Year Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank Great Dane Popularity Rank
    2013 12 16
    2014 14 15
    2015 14 15
    2016 15 14
    2017 16 14
    2018 17 16
    2019 19 17
    2020 18 15

    Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Great Dane

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Doberman Pinscher is prone to more genetic health problems than the Great Dane.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Doberman Pinscher than for the Great Dane.

    6 health tests are recommended for Doberman Pinscher while 4 tests are recommended for the Great Dane.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Doberman Pinschers and in Great Danes.

    Doberman Pinscher Health Problems

    Doberman Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Doberman Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Doberman Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Doberman Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Doberman Pinschers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Doberman Pinschers here.

    Great Dane Health Problems

    Great Danes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Great Dane puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Great Dane puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Great Dane breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Great Danes for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Great Danes here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Doberman Pinscher Breed is Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems.

    This is because the Doberman Pinscher ranks 1 out of 3 dog breeds for Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 562 Doberman Pinschers, 37 of them had Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Doberman Pinschers, and how common these diseases are in Doberman Pinschers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems: Rank 1 out of 3 Dog Breeds
  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 1 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 26 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 26 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 40 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 45 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 53 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 75 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 133 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 147 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Great Dane Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Great Dane ranks 4 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 183 Great Danes, 10 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Great Danes, and how common these diseases are in Great Danes relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 4 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 33 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 35 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 40 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 42 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 59 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 75 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 92 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 130 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Doberman Pinscher and in Great Dane and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane:

    Disease Doberman Pinscher Rank Great Dane Rank
    Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems 1 out of 3 dog breeds Not Common
    Von Willebrands problems 1 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 26 out of 71 dog breeds 33 out of 71 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 26 out of 159 dog breeds 40 out of 159 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems 40 out of 49 dog breeds 35 out of 49 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 45 out of 115 dog breeds 42 out of 115 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 53 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 75 out of 182 dog breeds 59 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 133 out of 144 dog breeds 75 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 147 out of 198 dog breeds 92 out of 198 dog breeds
    Shoulder problems Not Common 4 out of 22 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 130 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.

    Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Great Danes?

    Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Great Danes do not like to be left alone.

    Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Great Dane

    Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes?

    Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Great Danes?

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Great Dane

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.

    Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Great Danes?

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Great Danes are very easy to groom.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Great Dane?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Great Danes are very easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Doberman Pinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Doberman Pinscher:

  • Rottweiler (68 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Great Dane vs Rottweiler.
  • Schnoodle (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Great Dane vs Schnoodle.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Great Dane vs Neapolitan Mastiff.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Dane that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Great Dane:

  • Flat-Coated Retriever (72 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Labrador Retriever (72 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs Labrador Retriever.
  • Shiloh Shepherd (70 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs Shiloh Shepherd.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher and how the Great Dane compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher and of the Great Dane to other breeds:

    Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Doberman Pinscher versus Akita Chow     Doberman Pinscher versus Bulldog     Doberman Pinscher versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie     Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton     Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie     Doberman Pinscher versus Shetland Sheepdog     Doberman Pinscher versus Italian Greyhound     Doberman Pinscher versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso     

    Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Great Dane versus Maltipoo     Great Dane versus Borzoi     Great Dane versus Bouvier des Flandres     Great Dane versus Clumber Spaniel     Great Dane versus Chorkie     Great Dane versus American Foxhound     Great Dane versus Standard Poodle     Great Dane versus Belgian Tervuren     Great Dane versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Great Dane versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     

    Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Doberman Pinscher and the Great Dane better suits you and your family.