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Name	Hovawart	Mastiff	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	Germany	England	Ireland
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Cu Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Large Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Mastiff or Mastiff? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1500	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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.	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 Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? 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.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
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.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart 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 Mastiff indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt
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 Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff: 11 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	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 Mastiff 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 Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	3 to 4 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	8 to 10 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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Silky	Dense	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound color?	Black Blonde Golden	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Hovawart or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff 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.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Wolfhound 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.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? 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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound 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.	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.
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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound have?	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Hovawart vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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 Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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