Breed Comparison: Great Dane Versus Kooikerhondje

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Great Dane Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje 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 Great Dane and for the Kooikerhondje. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje.

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

Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Great Dane belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs 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.

On the other hand, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Great Dane to the Kooikerhondje 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Great Dane Kooikerhondje
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Weight 100 to 200 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Life Span 7 to 10 years 12 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 8.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1560 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 the Great Dane is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

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

    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 Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Kooikerhondjes adapt well to apartment living.
  • Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool. However, Kooikerhondjes do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Great Danes get along well with other dogs. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Great Danes are very friendly towards strangers. However, Kooikerhondjes are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Great Danes are very easy to groom. However, Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Great Danes are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje 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 Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

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

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

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

    The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Great Danes.

    Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje
    Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

    Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje

    Great Danes do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Great Danes shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Kooikerhondje

    Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Kooikerhondje?

    Great Danes are very easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

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

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

    Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Kooikerhondje

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

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

    Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Great Danes are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    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 Kooikerhondje vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Labrador Retriever (72 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever.
  • Shiloh Shepherd (70 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Shiloh Shepherd.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Great Dane vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Great Dane vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Great Dane versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Great Dane and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.