Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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| Name | Bukovina Sheepdog | Bulgarian Shepherd Dog | Hovawart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  Romania |  Bulgaria |  Germany |
| Group | Pastoral Dogs (Herding Dogs) | Guard Dogs | Guard Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 452 | 434 | 375 |
| Reviews | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Rate |
| Other Names | Bucovina Sheepdog, Bucovina Shepherd, Southeastern European Shepherd, Câine Ciobănesc de Bucovina, Bucovina Wolf Dog, Bukovinak, Ciobanesc de Bucovina, Dulau, Capau, Bukovina | Ovcharsko kuche, Thracian Mollos, Каракачанско куче, Каракачанска Овчарка, Karakachansko Kuche, Karakachanska Ovcharka | Hovie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
| AKC Group | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
| FCI Group | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. |
| Breed Recognition | No set | No set |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Foundation Stock Service Kennel Club of Great Britain National Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. |
| Price | $700-$1000 | $800-$1000 | $1000-$1200 |
General Appearance - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Size |
Large Giant | Giant |
Large Giant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Male: 110–200 pounds (50–90 kg), Female: 110–180 pounds (50–80 kg) | Male: 100-115 pounds (45-52 kg), Female: 70-90 pounds (32-41 kg) | 55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | Male: 155 pounds (70 kg), Female: 145 pounds (65 kg) | Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) | 55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg) |
| Height | Male: 27–31 inch (68–78 cm), Female: 25–28 inch (64–72 cm) | Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) |
| Avg. Height | Male: 29 inch (73 cm), Female: 26.5 inch (68 cm) | Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) |
Hair & Care - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Coat |
Thick Rough | Thick | Silky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colors |
White-beige with distinct patches of grey Clear white Black with red-fawn reflections |
Spotted Black & White Tricolor |
Golden Blonde Black |
| Grooming | Advanced: The Bukovina Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog requires a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
| Shedding Level | Bukovina Sheepdogs shed above average. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs shed above average. | Hovawarts shed moderately. |
Characteristics - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Temperament |
Calm Devoted Courageous |
Brave Independent Proud Dominant Intelligent Vigilant |
Watchful Reserved Devoted Outright Tempered Active |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Rank | Average: Bukovina Sheepdog's has average obedience intelligence. | Average: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog's has average obedience intelligence. | Average: Hovawart's has average obedience intelligence. |
| Trainability | Bukovina Sheepdogs are quite easy to train. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are quite easy to train. | Hovawarts are easy to train. |
| Playfulness | Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
| Sensitivity Level | Bukovina Sheepdogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Hovawarts have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level | Bukovina Sheepdogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Hovawarts are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs | Bukovina Sheepdogs need for social interaction is average. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Hovawarts are a social breed. |
| Barking | Low to Average: The Bukovina Sheepdog rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. |
| Watchdog Ability | Bukovina Sheepdogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are good watchdogs. | Hovawarts are one of the best watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Bukovina Sheepdogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Hovawarts are extremely protective guard dogs. |
| Biting Potential |
Low The Bukovina Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Bukovina Sheepdogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Hovawarts have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Bukovina Sheepdogs have average wanderlust potential. | Wanderlust potential of the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home. | Hovawarts tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| Prey Drive | Bukovina Sheepdogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Hovawarts have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
| Apartment Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are not apartment-friendly dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle. | Hovawarts are not apartment-friendly dogs. |
| Adaptability | Bukovina Sheepdogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Hovawarts adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Hovawarts do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
| Fighting Dog |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Good With - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Stranger Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs. | Hovawarts are not the most stranger friendly dogs. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Hovawarts are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Hovawarts are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Hovawarts are dog-friendly dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
No Bukovina Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Bukovina Sheepdogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are generally with other pets. | Hovawarts are generally with other pets. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
Yes Bukovina Sheepdogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Hovawarts are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
| Therapy Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
| Boat Dog |
Not really Bukovina Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Bulgarian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Health Issues | Bukovina Sheepdogs tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Problems | No set | No set |
Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid |
| Life Expectancy | 10-12 years | 12-14 years | 10-14 years |
| Hypoallergenic | No | No | No |
| Energy Level | Bukovina Sheepdogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Hovawarts have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
| Exercise Need | Bukovina Sheepdogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs have an average exercise need. | Hovawarts have an average exercise need. |
| Sleeping Need | Bukovina Sheepdogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. | Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. | Hovawarts sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
| Weight Gain Potential | Average to High. | Average to High. | Average. |
| Weather & Climate | Tolerates warm and cold weather. |
Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather. |
| Stinkiness |
Medium The Bukovina Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | The Bukovina Sheepdog is an average drooler. | The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler. | The Hovawart is a perfect example for low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Bukovina Sheepdog vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Hovawart
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 4-10 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 6-8 puppies |
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