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Name	Rottweiler	Broholmer	Hovawart
Origins	Germany	Denmark	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Hovie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Broholmer? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1300-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. 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 Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Hovawart 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?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer 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

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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 vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Broholmer and Hovawart breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	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 Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	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

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart coat comparison:	Dense	Rough Smooth	Silky
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Broholmer and Hovawart color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Yellow Golden	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Rottweiler or Broholmer or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hovawart 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: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart 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, Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 Broholmer 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 Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are not the most 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Broholmer dogs are not the most 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 Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Broholmer 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Broholmer 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?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or Broholmer or Hovawart? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart 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 Rottweiler and Broholmer and Hovawart have?	8-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Broholmer vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	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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