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Name	Estrela Mountain Dog	Giant Schnauzer	Hovawart
Origins	Portugal	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
Popularity Rank	500	80	375
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cao da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd	Riesenschnauzer	Hovie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which is the smallest dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Giant	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart weight comparison:	Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart height comparison:	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart intelligence:	Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart trainability comparison.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Dignified Protective Alert Loyal Keen Suspicious	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart playfulness comparison:	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Hovawart dogs 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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart mouthiness comparison:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart health comparison. Which is the healthier: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Very healthy dog breed.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart lifespan comparison. How long do Estrela Mountain Dog, Giant Schnauzer and Hovawart breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Prefers cold weather The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart energy level comparison:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart coat comparison:	Wavy Thick Coarse	Wiry	Silky
Colors What are the original Estrela Mountain Dog, Giant Schnauzer and Hovawart color?	Fawn Yellow Wolf Gray	Black Pepper Salt	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart grooming comparison:	Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Medium ⏺ The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Yes Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Hovawart? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart?	Not really Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Estrela Mountain Dog and Giant Schnauzer and Hovawart have?	7-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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