Last Updated: Jun 20, 2022
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- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Great Dane: Introduction
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane: Overview
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
- The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
- Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
- Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
- Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
- Temperament of the Great Dane Versus the German Shorthaired Pointer
- Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Great Dane
- Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Great Dane
- The Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus the Intelligence of the Great Dane
- The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Great Dane
- Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Great Dane
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Great Danes?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane?
- Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Great Danes?
- Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Great Dane?
- Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane
- How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Great Danes?
- Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Dane?
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Great Danes?
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Great Dane
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Great Dane: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane? 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane.
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane: Overview
A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Great Dane is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
On the other hand, 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.
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
| Factor | German Shorthaired Pointer | Great Dane |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 7 to 10 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 70 pounds | 100 to 200 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 8.5 years |
| Average Price | $1140 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1300 | $1000 – $2000 |
| Temperament Score | 78.1 percent | 81.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 10 | 15 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 17 | 48 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 the German Shorthaired Pointer is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Great Dane is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Shorthaired Pointer is a better pet than the Great Dane. So, you should get a German Shorthaired Pointer!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane are most similar:
Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane.
The German Shorthaired Pointer weighs 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The German Shorthaired Pointer is 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Great Dane weighs 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. The Great Dane is 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane
German Shorthaired Pointer Colors
The German Shorthaired Pointer comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- White / Cream
- Bicolor
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
The German Shorthaired Pointer comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Great Dane Colors
The Great Dane comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- Harlequin
- Merle (Blue)
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Brown / Chocolate
- White / Cream
- Brindle
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Merle (Red)
- Bicolor
- Gray / Blue / Silver
The Great Dane comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Golden
- Merle (Blue)
- Harlequin
- Brindle
Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
The lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Great Dane is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of the Great Dane is 8.5 years.
The German Shorthaired Pointer lives longer than the Great Dane.
Temperament of the Great Dane Versus the German Shorthaired Pointer
The Great Dane has a better temperament than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
This is because the temperament score for the Great Dane is 81.5 percent while the temperament score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 78.1 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 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 78.1 percent, the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane by measuring the temperaments of 137 German Shorthaired Pointers and 314 Great Danes.
Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Great Dane
The average price of the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy is $1140. The price of the German Shorthaired Pointer typically ranges from $800 – $1300. However, the price of a German Shorthaired Pointer can be as low as $350 and as high as $2695. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 453 German Shorthaired Pointer 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 the 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 Great Dane is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
| German Shorthaired Pointer | Great Dane | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1140 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1300 | $1000 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Great Dane. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Great Dane puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 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 German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Great Dane
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shorthaired Pointers 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 German Shorthaired Pointer named Blue that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Shorthaired Pointers like Blue on pefinder.com.
Also, like German Shorthaired Pointers, Great Danes are also available for adoption. For example, Duke is a Male Great Dane that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Great Danes like Duke that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Rodney is the name of another German Shorthaired Pointer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Cole is an adorable Male Great Dane on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers and Great Danes that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus the Intelligence of the Great Dane
| German Shorthaired Pointer | Great Dane | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 17 out of 130 dog breeds | 48 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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:
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 German Shorthaired Pointer has an obedience intelligence rank of 17 out of 130 dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that German Shorthaired Pointers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Great Dane. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 10 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Great Dane is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
Popularity of Great Dane
| Year | German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank | Great Dane Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 16 |
| 2014 | 12 | 15 |
| 2015 | 11 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 | 14 |
| 2017 | 10 | 14 |
| 2018 | 9 | 16 |
| 2019 | 9 | 17 |
| 2020 | 9 | 15 |
| 2021 | 9 | 17 |
Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Great Dane
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer is prone to more genetic health problems than the Great Dane.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Great Dane.
7 health tests are recommended for German Shorthaired Pointer while 4 tests are recommended for the Great Dane.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and in Great Danes.
German Shorthaired Pointer Health Problems
German Shorthaired Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers 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:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Great Danes here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shorthaired Pointers 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 German Shorthaired Pointer Breed is Cone Degeneration problems.
This is because the German Shorthaired Pointer ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Cone Degeneration problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1475 German Shorthaired Pointers, 1 of them had Cone Degeneration problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Shorthaired Pointers, and how common these diseases are in German Shorthaired Pointers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
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:
The table below lists the common health problems in German Shorthaired Pointer and in Great Dane and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane:
| Disease | German Shorthaired Pointer Rank | Great Dane Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Cone Degeneration problems | 1 out of 1 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Shoulder problems | 12 out of 22 dog breeds | 4 out of 22 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 42 out of 71 dog breeds | 33 out of 71 dog breeds |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 55 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 68 out of 115 dog breeds | 42 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 69 out of 159 dog breeds | 40 out of 159 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 118 out of 182 dog breeds | 59 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 121 out of 144 dog breeds | 75 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 174 out of 198 dog breeds | 92 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Dentition Database problems | Not Common | 35 out of 49 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Great Dane
German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Great Danes?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Great Danes?
German Shorthaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane
German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Great Danes?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Great Danes?
German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Great Dane
German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the German Shorthaired Pointer compares to other breeds aside from the Great Dane. So, see below the links to the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Dutch Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer versus Basset Hound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer versus Fila Brasileiro German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pug German Shorthaired Pointer versus English Setter German Shorthaired Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Sloughi German Shorthaired Pointer versus Kerry Blue Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Scottish Deerhound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Labradoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bordoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Dachshund German Shorthaired Pointer versus Azawakh German Shorthaired Pointer versus American Hairless Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Xoloitzcuintli
Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Great Dane better suits you and your family.