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Name	Hovawart	Rottweiler	Leonberger
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	375	8	100
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Rott Rottie	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1200-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler 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.
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Trainability Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? 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.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
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.	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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Leonberger 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Leonberger 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 Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
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.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Rottweiler and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Silky	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Rottweiler and Leonberger color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Hovawart or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger 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 Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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.	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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger 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 Rottweiler 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 Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

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

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Rottweiler or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.	Yes 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 Rottweiler and Leonberger have?	6-8 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Hovawart vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 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 Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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