Doberman Pinscher

Working · Large

Great Dane

Working · Giant

Doberman Pinscher vs Great Dane

Side-by-side comparison of the Doberman Pinscher and Great Dane — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

Great Dane

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

Doberman Pinscher

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Doberman Pinscher

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Doberman Pinscher

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

Doberman Pinscher

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Doberman Pinscher

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	Doberman Pinscher	Great Dane
Size	Large	Giant
Height	24–28″	28–32″
Weight	60–100 lbs	110–175 lbs
Lifespan	10–12 yrs	7–10 yrs
Group	Working	Working
Coat type	Short, smooth, close-lying	Short, thick, smooth

Temperament & behavior

Trait	Doberman Pinscher	Great Dane
Energy level	High	Moderate
Trainability	Very High	Moderate
Barking level	Moderate	Low

Compatibility

Trait	Doberman Pinscher	Great Dane
Good with kids	High	Very High
Good with dogs	Moderate	High
Good with cats	Moderate	Moderate
Apartment friendly	Low	Low

Care requirements

Trait	Doberman Pinscher	Great Dane
Shedding	Low	Moderate
Grooming needs	Very Low	Very Low
Daily exercise	60–120 min	30–60 min
Daily food	2.5–3.5 cups	6–10 cups
Annual cost	$1 500–$2 600	$2 000–$3 500

Temperament