Which is bigger, a Great Dane or a Poodle?

By typical weight/height midpoints, the Great Dane tends to be larger overall. Great Dane typically weighs about 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs) versus Poodle at 4-6 lbs (mid ~5 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 28-32 inches vs 10 inches or under. Great Dane is large; Poodle is small. On typical midpoints, Great Dane tends to be the larger dog.

Which is taller, Great Dane or Poodle?

Great Dane is typically taller at the withers (28-32 inches vs 10 inches or under).

Which weighs more, Great Dane or Poodle?

Great Dane usually weighs more (110-175 lbs vs 4-6 lbs).

Are Great Dane and Poodle the same size class?

No—Great Dane is large and Poodle is small.

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.

Size matchup

Great Dane vs Poodle: size & weight

Typical weight (110-175 lbs vs 4-6 lbs) and height (28-32 inches vs 10 inches or under)—so you can tell who’s bigger on the metrics that matter.

Great Dane typically larger

Great Dane

large · energy 3/5

110-175 lbs

Weight mid ~143 lbs

28-32 inches

Height mid ~30.0 in

Breed profile

Poodle

small · energy 3/5

4-6 lbs

Weight mid ~5 lbs

10 inches or under

Height mid ~10.0 in

Breed profile

Extreme contrast—toy Poodles weigh a few pounds; Danes are among the tallest domestic dogs.

Typical weight

Great Dane: 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs)
Poodle: 4-6 lbs (mid ~5 lbs)

Great Dane usually tips the scale higher.

Typical height (withers)

Great Dane: 28-32 inches (mid ~30.0 in)
Poodle: 10 inches or under (mid ~10.0 in)

Great Dane is typically taller at the shoulder.

Size class & fit

Great Dane

large · lifespan 7-10 years

Gentle, Friendly, Patient

Poodle

small · lifespan 12-15 years

Intelligent, Active, Alert

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 Poodle

Lean Poodle if you prefer small size near 4-6 lbs and 10 inches or under, with energy 3/5.

FAQs

Which is bigger, a Great Dane or a Poodle?: By typical weight/height midpoints, the Great Dane tends to be larger overall. Great Dane typically weighs about 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs) versus Poodle at 4-6 lbs (mid ~5 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 28-32 inches vs 10 inches or under. Great Dane is large; Poodle is small. On typical midpoints, Great Dane tends to be the larger dog.
Which is taller, Great Dane or Poodle?: Great Dane is typically taller at the withers (28-32 inches vs 10 inches or under).
Which weighs more, Great Dane or Poodle?: Great Dane usually weighs more (110-175 lbs vs 4-6 lbs).
Are Great Dane and Poodle the same size class?: No—Great Dane is large and Poodle is small.
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.

Related size matchups

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