Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Cheerful
Amiable

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

Lab-Pointers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Choose a Lab-Pointer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Saint Danes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Pointer and Labrador Retriever

Saint Bernard, Great Dane

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

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

2000s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Cream
Brown
Black

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

A Lab-Pointer can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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.

Lab-Pointers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Lab-Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

The Saint Dane 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Retinal Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataracts

Entropion
Myotonia

X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Optical Examination
Orthopedic
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Cardiac
Eye
Blood
Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Lab-Pointers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Saint Danes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Lab-Pointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Lab-Pointers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Saint Danes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Lab-Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Saint Danes have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Saint Danes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walking, Cuddling, Playing, Fetch and Tug, Fetch, Hikes, Camping, Walk, Run, Road trip, Hike, Tug-of-war, High Five, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Frisbee, Nap

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

Lab-Pointers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lab-Pointer, it's at least 15 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 Dane, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lab-Pointers usually need at least 75 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 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.

The Lab-Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

In general Lab-Pointer should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Lab-Pointer 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.

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.

The average cost of a Lab-Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Saint Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lab-Pointer is between $56 - $70. This makes an average of $672 - $840 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 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.

Lab-Pointer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Saint Dane has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Saint Danes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lab-Pointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Lab-Pointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

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

The Lab-Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Saint Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.