Brittany vs Great Dane

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Brittany and Great Dane depends on your specific needs and priorities.

When it comes to size, Brittany offers Medium compared to Great Dane's Giant. When it comes to weight, Brittany offers 30-40 lbs compared to Great Dane's 110-175 lbs. When it comes to height, Brittany offers 17-21 inches compared to Great Dane's 28-32 inches.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two breeds.

Size
Brittany
Medium
Great Dane
Giant
Weight
Brittany
30-40 lbs
Great Dane
110-175 lbs
Height
Brittany
17-21 inches
Great Dane
28-32 inches
Lifespan
Brittany
12-14 years
Great Dane
7-10 years
Temperament
Brittany
BrightFun-LovingUpbeat
Great Dane
FriendlyPatientDependable
Group
Brittany
Sporting
Great Dane
Working
Origin
Brittany
France
Great Dane
Germany

Brittany

Brittany is a medium Sporting breed from France. Known for being bright, fun-loving, upbeat. Has an average lifespan of 12-14 years and a weight range of 30-40 lbs.

Great Dane

Great Dane is a giant Working breed from Germany. Known for being friendly, patient, dependable. Has an average lifespan of 7-10 years and a weight range of 110-175 lbs.

Key Differences

AttributeBrittanyGreat DaneVerdict
SizeMediumGiantGreat Dane is the larger breed
Weight30-40 lbs110-175 lbsGreat Dane is heavier (approx. 75% difference)
Height17-21"28-32"Different heights (17-21" vs 28-32")
Life Span12-14 yrs7-10 yrsBrittany tends to live longer (12-14 vs 7-10 years)
Breed GroupSportingWorkingDifferent groups: Sporting vs Working
OriginFranceGermanyDifferent origins: France vs Germany
TemperamentBright, Fun-Loving, UpbeatFriendly, Patient, DependableDifferent temperaments

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Brittany bigger than a Great Dane?

Great Dane is the larger breed. Brittany weighs 30-40 lbs while Great Dane weighs 110-175 lbs.

Which lives longer, Brittany or Great Dane?

Brittany tends to live longer (12-14 vs 7-10 years)

Are Brittanys and Great Danes good family dogs?

Both breeds can make great family pets. The Brittany is known for being bright, fun-loving, upbeat, while the Great Dane is friendly, patient, dependable.

What is the difference between a Brittany and a Great Dane?

The main differences are in size (Medium vs Giant), origin (France vs Germany), and breed group (Sporting vs Working).

Which breed is easier to train, Brittany or Great Dane?

Trainability varies by individual dog. The Brittany (Bright, Fun-Loving, Upbeat) and Great Dane (Friendly, Patient, Dependable) each have distinct characteristics that affect training.