Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Bold
Steady
Cooperative
Boisterous
Fast

Loving
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
Reserved

German Pointeraners are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Saint Danes are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Weimaraner, German Shorthaired Pointer

Saint Bernard, Great Dane

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Silver
White
Brown
Red

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

German Pointeraners have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Saint Danes have short coats.

A German Pointeraner can have a litter of 7-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Saint Dane can have a litter of 10-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

German Pointeraners are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Saint Danes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the German Pointeraner breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Saint Dane breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

None Known

Entropion
Myotonia

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Cardiac
Eye
Blood
Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

German Pointeraner has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Saint Dane has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Pointeraners are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Saint Danes have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Walks, Runs, Training, Hunting, Running, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Tug-of-war, Bike ride

Walking, Rough Housing, Running, Tug-of-war, Long walks, Road trip, Tug of war, Fetch, Playing outside, Napping, Being lazy, Chase, Cuddle, Walk, Naps

German Pointeraners are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Saint Danes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Pointeraner, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Saint Dane, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Pointeraners usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Saint Danes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The German Pointeraner is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Saint Dane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-70 pound (20 - 32 kg) German Pointeraner feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 160-200 pound (73 - 91 kg) Saint Dane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a German Pointeraner is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Saint Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Pointeraner is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Saint Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The German Pointeraner is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Saint Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

German Pointeraners have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Saint Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

German Pointeraners are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Saint Danes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Pointeraners are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Saint Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Pointeraners are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Saint Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

The German Pointeraner is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Saint Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.