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

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

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

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

Saint Danes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Beauceron if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

France

Saint Bernard, Great Dane

briard

Unknown

1500s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Red

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.

A Beauceron can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Beaucerons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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.

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Myotonia

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiac
Eye
Blood
Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Saint Danes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Saint Danes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Saint Danes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Beaucerons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Walk, Playdate, Run, Road trip, Dog Parks, Frisbee, Swim, Play

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.

Beaucerons 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beauceron, it's at least 30 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Beaucerons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Beauceron feed 2.5 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 Saint Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

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 average per month expenses of a Beauceron 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.

Saint Dane has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Beauceron is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Beaucerons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Beaucerons are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Saint Danes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Beaucerons are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Beaucerons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.