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Name	Hovawart	Doberman Pinscher	Akita
Origins	Germany	Germany	Japan
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Large Giant	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Akita 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: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	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.	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 vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.
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 Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Doberman Pinscher and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita coat comparison:	Silky	Fine	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Doberman Pinscher and Akita color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Akita 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 Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita 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: Hovawart or Doberman Pinscher or Akita? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita 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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita 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 Hovawart and Doberman Pinscher and Akita have?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Hovawart vs Doberman Pinscher vs Akita 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 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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