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- Great Dane Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Labradoodle: Overview
- Great Dane versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Labradoodle
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Labradoodle
- Price of Great Dane versus Price of Labradoodle
- Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Labradoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Labradoodle
- Do Great Danes shed more than Labradoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Labradoodle
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Labradoodles?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Labradoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane and the Labradoodle? 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 Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane and the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle.
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 Labradoodle.
Great Dane versus Labradoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Labradoodle is a large-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 Labradoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Great Dane versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane to the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle
| Factor | Great Dane | Labradoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 50 to 65 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $1000 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle is 94 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Labradoodle is a better pet than the Great Dane. So, you should get the Labradoodle!
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 Labradoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Labradoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle
The Great Dane and the Labradoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Labradoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Labradoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Labradoodle.
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, Labradoodles weigh 50 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Labradoodles are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Great Dane versus Labradoodle
The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 years.
The lifespan of Labradoodles is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Labradoodles is 13.0 years.
Labradoodles live longer than Great Danes.
Price of Great Dane versus Price of Labradoodle
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 reviewing the prices of 1324 Great Dane puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Labradoodle puppy is $1640. The price of the Labradoodle typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of the Labradoodle can be as low as $250 and as high as $5850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2360 Labradoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Labradoodle is more expensive than the Great Dane.
| Great Dane | Labradoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1560 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $1000 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Great Dane and Labradoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Great Dane puppies or how many Labradoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Labradoodles?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Great Dane puppy or the Labradoodle 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Labradoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Great Danes and many Labradoodles 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 Great Dane named Ramsey that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Great Danes like Ramsey on pefinder.com.
Also, like Great Danes, Labradoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Duke is a Male Labradoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Labradoodles like Duke that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Mario is the name of another Great Dane (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Bruno(Pending!) is an adorable Male Labradoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Great Danes and Labradoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Labradoodle
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Great Danes shed more than Labradoodles?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Labradoodles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Labradoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Labradoodles are very easy to groom.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Labradoodles 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.
Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Labradoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Labradoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Labradoodle
Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Labradoodles 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 Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Labradoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Labradoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Labradoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Labradoodles?
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Labradoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Labradoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Labradoodle?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Labradoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Labradoodle?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Labradoodles are very good 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Great Dane and how the Labradoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Great Dane and of the Labradoodle to other breeds:
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
Great Dane versus Afghan Hound Great Dane versus Mudi Great Dane versus Golden Retriever Great Dane versus German Longhaired Pointer Great Dane versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Great Dane versus Dogue de Bordeaux Great Dane versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Great Dane versus Yorkipoo Great Dane versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Great Dane versus Saluki Great Dane versus Standard Schnauzer Great Dane versus Spinone Italiano Great Dane versus Australian Terrier Great Dane versus Coton de Tulear Great Dane versus Kishu Ken Great Dane versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Great Dane versus Miniature Pinscher Great Dane versus Estrela Mountain Dog Great Dane versus Collie Great Dane versus Bullmastiff Great Dane versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Great Dane versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Great Dane versus Collie Great Dane versus American Bulldog Great Dane versus Borzoi
Labradoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Labradoodle versus Shihpoo Labradoodle versus Afador Labradoodle versus Labrador Retriever Labradoodle versus Bracco Italiano Labradoodle versus Golden Retriever Labradoodle versus Chinook Labradoodle versus Canaan Dog Labradoodle versus American Staffordshire Terrier Labradoodle versus Lowchen Labradoodle versus Border Collie Labradoodle versus Berger Picard Labradoodle versus Cesky Terrier Labradoodle versus Goldador Labradoodle versus Papipoo Labradoodle versus Miniature Poodle Labradoodle versus Chi-Poo Labradoodle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Labradoodle versus Skye Terrier Labradoodle versus Lakeland Terrier Labradoodle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Labradoodle versus King Shepherd Labradoodle versus Irish Water Spaniel Labradoodle versus Great Dane Labradoodle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Labradoodle versus American Water Spaniel
Conclusion: Great Dane versus Labradoodle. 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 Labradoodle better suits you and your family.