Friendly
Energetic
Active
Intelligent
Trainable
Vocal

Loving
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Fearless
Good-natured
Reserved

Collies, English Hound, Old English Sheepdogs, Labrador

Great Dane and Rottweiler

Dog Registry of America Inc.
New Zealand Kennel Club

Dog Registry of America Inc.

1900's

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Pied
Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Huntaways have medium-length coats.

Weiler Danes are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Huntaway can have a litter of 12-14 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 Weiler Dane can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

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

The Huntaway 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.

Weiler Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Bone Cancer

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Hypothyroidism
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Ear Health and Infection

Arthritis

Full Physical Examination

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

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

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

Huntaways are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Weiler Danes sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Training, Sea paddling, Long walks, Dancing, Playing, Chase, Playing Ball, Walk, Name te, Cuddles, Scentwork, Walking, Hoopers, Fetch, Hiking, Puzzles, Running, Run, Catch-ball, Tug-of-war, Football, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Play, Nap, High Five, Bath time, Off-leash, Car rides

Playdate, Run, Catch treats, Bath time, Eating Snacks, Playing fetch, Walking, Rope tugging, Training, Fetch, Playing tug, 4wheeler rides, Basic training, Hide & Seek, Nature walks, Tug-of-war, Running, Kisses, Sleep, Cuddles

Huntaways 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.

Weiler Danes are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Weiler Dane dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Huntaway, it's at least 14 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 Weiler Dane, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Huntaways usually need at least 80 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 Weiler Danes usually need at least 30 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 Huntaway requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Weiler Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Weiler Dane is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Huntaway 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.

The average per month expenses of a Weiler Dane is between $63 - $91. This makes an average of $756 - $1092 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Weiler Danes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Huntaways are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Huntaways are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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