Size matchup
Great Dane vs Irish Wolfhound: size & weight
Typical weight (110-175 lbs vs 105 - 180 lbs) and height (28-32 inches vs 30 - 35 inches)—so you can tell who’s bigger on the metrics that matter.
Great Dane
large · energy 3/5
110-175 lbs
Weight mid ~143 lbs
28-32 inches
Height mid ~30.0 in
Irish Wolfhound
large · energy 3/5
105 - 180 lbs
Weight mid ~143 lbs
30 - 35 inches
Height mid ~32.5 in
Two of the tallest breeds—Wolfhounds and Danes trade height records by individual; both need giant-breed space and care.
Typical weight
- Great Dane: 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs)
- Irish Wolfhound: 105 - 180 lbs (mid ~143 lbs)
Weight midpoints are close—sex and condition decide most pets.
Typical height (withers)
- Great Dane: 28-32 inches (mid ~30.0 in)
- Irish Wolfhound: 30 - 35 inches (mid ~32.5 in)
Irish Wolfhound is typically taller at the shoulder.
Size class & fit
Great Dane
large · lifespan 7-10 years
Gentle, Friendly, Patient
Irish Wolfhound
large · lifespan 6-8 years
Sweet-Tempered, Loyal, Dignified
Size drives food bills, car space, crate size, and how hard a jump lands on kids and seniors. Pair this page with lifestyle compare when temperament matters as much as inches.
Planning verdict
Lean Great Dane
Lean Great Dane if you want a large dog around 110-175 lbs and 28-32 inches, with energy 3/5.
Lean Irish Wolfhound
Lean Irish Wolfhound if you prefer large size near 105 - 180 lbs and 30 - 35 inches, with energy 3/5.
FAQs
- Which is bigger, a Great Dane or a Irish Wolfhound?
- By typical weight/height midpoints, the Irish Wolfhound tends to be larger overall. Great Dane typically weighs about 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs) versus Irish Wolfhound at 105 - 180 lbs (mid ~143 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 28-32 inches vs 30 - 35 inches. Both are classified as large dogs in our data. On typical midpoints, Irish Wolfhound tends to be the larger dog.
- Which is taller, Great Dane or Irish Wolfhound?
- Irish Wolfhound is typically taller at the withers (28-32 inches vs 30 - 35 inches).
- Which weighs more, Great Dane or Irish Wolfhound?
- Published weight bands are close (110-175 lbs vs 105 - 180 lbs). Sex and condition matter a lot.
- Are Great Dane and Irish Wolfhound the same size class?
- Yes—both are large in our breed data. Individuals still vary by sex and bloodline.
- Do males and females change the size comparison?
- Often yes. Males are commonly at the high end of weight/height ranges and females at the low end. Always check the actual dog (or parents) rather than breed averages alone.
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References
- How to Choose the Right Dog Breed — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- How Long Will Your Dog Live? Size Matters — American Kennel Club (AKC)
- General Dog Care — ASPCA