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Name	Hovawart	Eurasier	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany	Germany	United States
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Large Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Eurasier or Eurasier? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$2000-$2500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Average: The Hovawart 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.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? 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.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. 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.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Eurasier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	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.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Australian Shepherd 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: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
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.	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Eurasier and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	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 cold weather conditions The Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Silky	Thick Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Eurasier and Australian Shepherd color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Hovawart or Eurasier or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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, Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Eurasier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Eurasier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Eurasier or Australian Shepherd?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Eurasier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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.	Eurasiers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier or Australian Shepherd? 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: Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.	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.

Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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 Eurasier and Australian Shepherd have?	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Hovawart vs Eurasier vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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