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Name	Hanover Hound	Jagdterrier	Japanese Terrier
Origins	Germany	Germany	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hannoverscher Schweisshund Hanoverian Scenthound Hanoverian Hound	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier	Kobe Terrier Mikado Terrier Nihon Teria Nihon Terrier Oyuki Snowy Terrier Nippon Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Jagdterrier? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 88–99 pounds (40–45 kg), Female: 77–88 pounds (35–40 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)	5-9 pounds
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)	7 pounds
Height Which is taller, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier height comparison:	Male: 19–22 inches (49–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (47–54 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	8-13 inches
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	10.5 inches

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$300-$500	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Average: The Hanover Hound is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Japanese Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Japanese Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Hanover Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hanover Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Gentle Calm Easygoing	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable	Active Affectionate Lively Cheerful Vigilant Swift
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Japanese Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	High: Hanover Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Japanese Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier social needs comparison:	Hanover Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Hanover Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hanover Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Hanover Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	Average: The Hanover Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Japanese Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Hanover Hound breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Japanese Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hanover Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Japanese Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Hanover Hound 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.	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Terrier 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.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hanover Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Hanover Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Hanover Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Japanese Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier health problems comparison:	Bloat Cancer Ear Infections Hip Dysplasia Obesity	Primary Lens Luxation	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Hanover Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Japanese Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Hanover Hound, Jagdterrier and Japanese Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hanover Hound: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Japanese Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hanover Hound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low: The Japanese Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier coat comparison:	Coarse	Wiry Smooth	Fine Dense Smooth Glossy Slick
Colors What are the original Hanover Hound, Jagdterrier and Japanese Terrier color?	Brindle Fawn Reddish	Black Tan Yellow	Black White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hanover Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Japanese Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or {name3 shedding:	Hanover Hound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Terrier 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: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Hanover Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hanover Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Japanese Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hanover Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Japanese Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Hanover Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Terrier dogs are 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 Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Hanover Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Hanover Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier?	Hanover Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	No Hanover Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hanover Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hanover Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier 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: Hanover Hound or Jagdterrier or Japanese Terrier? 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: Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier?	Not really Hanover Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Terrier 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?	Not really 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.	Not really 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.

Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier 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 Hanover Hound and Jagdterrier and Japanese Terrier have?	6-10 puppies	3-8 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Hanover Hound vs Jagdterrier vs Japanese Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Leash (scent) Hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Federation Cynologique Internationale United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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