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

Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

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

Saint Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Saint Bernard, Great Dane

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Saint Danes have short coats.

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Saint Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Myotonia

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cardiac
Eye
Blood
Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

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

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

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

Fetch, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

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.

Saint Shepherds 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 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 Saint Shepherds 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.

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

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Saint Dane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Saint Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 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 Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 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 Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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 Saint Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Saint Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Saint Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Saint Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.