German Shorthaired Pointer

Sporting · Large

Great Dane

Working · Giant

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Great Dane

Side-by-side comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer 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

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Great Dane

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Great Dane
Size	Large	Giant
Height	21–25″	28–32″
Weight	45–70 lbs	110–175 lbs
Lifespan	12–14 yrs	7–10 yrs
Group	Sporting	Working
Coat type	Short, thick, water-repellent	Short, thick, smooth

Temperament & behavior

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Great Dane
Energy level	Very High	Moderate
Trainability	Very High	Moderate
Barking level	Moderate	Low

Compatibility

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Great Dane
Good with kids	High	Very High
Good with dogs	High	High
Good with cats	Low	Moderate
Apartment friendly	Very Low	Low

Care requirements

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Great Dane
Shedding	Moderate	Moderate
Grooming needs	Very Low	Very Low
Daily exercise	90–120 min	30–60 min
Daily food	2–3 cups	6–10 cups
Annual cost	$1 400–$2 200	$2 000–$3 500

Temperament