Last Updated: Jun 17, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Great Dane Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Overview
- Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Size Comparison of the Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Appearance (Colors) of the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Do Great Danes shed more than Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde? 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 Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Great Dane and for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
| Factor | Great Dane | Appenzeller Sennenhunde |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 48 to 55 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 9 to 12 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Great Dane is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde, we still believe that the Great Dane is a better pet than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
This is because Great Danes are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Great Dane will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Great Dane :-). We are for the Great Dane. So get a Great Dane!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
The Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.
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.
On the other hand, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde weighs 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
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
Appenzeller Sennenhunde Colors
The Appenzeller Sennenhunde comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
The Appenzeller Sennenhunde comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
The lifespan of the Great Dane is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of the Great Dane is 8.5 years.
The lifespan of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 10.5 years.
The Appenzeller Sennenhunde live longer than the Great Dane.
Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Great Danes and many Appenzeller Sennenhundes 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 Great Dane named Marmaduke that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Great Danes like Marmaduke on pefinder.com.
Also, like Great Danes, Appenzeller Sennenhundes are also available for adoption. For example, Boss is a Male Appenzeller Sennenhunde that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Appenzeller Sennenhundes like Boss that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Titan is the name of another Great Dane (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Great Danes and Appenzeller Sennenhundes that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Danes shed more than Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Great Danes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Great Danes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Great Dane compares to other breeds aside from the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Great Dane to other breeds:
Great Dane versus Shih Tzu Great Dane versus American Hairless Terrier Great Dane versus Pomchi Great Dane versus Cockalier Great Dane versus Bouvier des Flandres Great Dane versus Gordon Setter Great Dane versus Miniature Schnauzer Great Dane versus Field Spaniel Great Dane versus Bichon Frise Great Dane versus Fila Brasileiro Great Dane versus Chinook Great Dane versus Brittany Great Dane versus Irish Water Spaniel Great Dane versus Affenpinscher
Conclusion: Great Dane versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 Great Dane and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde better suits you and your family.