Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Reserved

Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Brave
Bright

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

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

Great Pyredanes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Dogue Brasileiros aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

Bull Terrier, Boxer

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

APRI - American Pet Registry Inc.
CBKC = Confederação Brasileira de Cinofilia
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

1980s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brindle
Fawn

Black
Brindle
Brown
White
Red

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Dogue Brasileiros have short coats.

A Great Pyredane 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 Dogue Brasileiro can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Lethal Acrodermatitis
Subaortic Stenosis

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

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

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

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

Dogue Brasileiros require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Great Pyredanes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dogue Brasileiros sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Dogue Brasileiro dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyredane, 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 Dogue Brasileiro, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Great Pyredane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Dogue Brasileiro is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Great Pyredane 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 64-95 pound (29 - 43 kg) Dogue Brasileiro 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.

The average cost of a Great Pyredane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Dogue Brasileiro is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyredane 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 Dogue Brasileiro is between $105 - $126. This makes an average of $1260 - $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.

Great Pyredanes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Great Pyredanes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Great Pyredanes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Great Pyredanes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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