Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Comparison – Which dog is better Hovie or Giant Wauzer?

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Name	Hovawart	Giant Wauzer
Origins	Germany	Germany Scotland
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Group	Guard Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hovie	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Small Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer. Which breed is heavier?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	20-75 pounds (9-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Giant Wauzer? Is a Hovawart taller than a Giant Wauzer?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	12-25 inches (30-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Giant Wauzer?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Giant Wauzer is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Giant Wauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare training requirements.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare alertness levels.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare territorial behaviors.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Independent Alert Powerful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Giant Wauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Wauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer? 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.	Giant Wauzer 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 Giant Wauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Giant Wauzer is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Giant Wauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Giant Wauzer breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare adaptability levels.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Giant Wauzer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Giant Wauzer?	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.	Giant Wauzer 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 Giant Wauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Wauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Giant Wauzer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Giant Wauzer: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Giant Wauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer. Which breed is healthier?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Giant Wauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Giant Wauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Hovawart and Giant Wauzer? Compare breed colors.	Black Blonde Golden	Black White Pepper Salt
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Giant Wauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare drooling amounts.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Wauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Wauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer? Compare fur types.	Silky	Wiry Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare bathing frequencies.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Giant Wauzer? Do Hovawart dogs shed more than Giant Wauzer dogs?	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Wauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare kid-friendliness.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Wauzer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Giant Wauzer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Giant Wauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Wauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Giant Wauzer?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Giant Wauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Giant Wauzer? Can a Hovawart and a Giant Wauzer be friends? Do Hovawart dogs get along with Giant Wauzer dogs?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Wauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Wauzer 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 Giant Wauzer 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.	Giant Wauzers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Wauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Hovawart or a Giant Wauzer? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which has stronger military background?	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 Giant Wauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Hovawart and Giant Wauzer breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Hovawart vs Giant Wauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Hovawart and Giant Wauzer. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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