Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Hovie?

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Name	Labrador Retriever	Hovawart
Origins	England Canada	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. What other names are these breeds known by?	Lab Labrador	Hovie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Hovawart? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Hovawart?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Hovawart?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare training requirements.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare alertness levels.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare territorial behaviors.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart?	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Hovawart 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: Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare adaptability levels.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Hovawart?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart. Which breed is healthier?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Hovawart? Compare breed colors.	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare drooling amounts.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart? Compare fur types.	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Silky
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Hovawart? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Hovawart dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare kid-friendliness.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Hovawart?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Hovawart? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Hovawart be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Hovawart dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever or a Hovawart? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Hovawart breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Hovawart. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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