Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Hovawart: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
- Temperament of the Hovawart Versus the Doberman Pinscher
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Hovawarts?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Hovawarts?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Hovawart
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Hovawart: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Doberman Pinscher and for the Hovawart. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart.
Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart: Overview
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are similar in size. The Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are Working Dogs. This means both the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Hovawart based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Hovawart |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 29 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 55 to 110 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 79.5 percent | 91.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Hovawart. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Hovawart is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get a Doberman Pinscher!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart
The Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Hovawart weighs 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. The Hovawart is 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the Hovawart is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Hovawart is 12.0 years.
The Hovawart live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
Temperament of the Hovawart Versus the Doberman Pinscher
The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Doberman Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Hovawart has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 24 Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Hovawarts?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Hovawarts?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Hovawarts have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Hovawart
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Hovawart?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Hovawart. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Kelpie Doberman Pinscher versus Toy Fox Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus French Bulldog Doberman Pinscher versus Belgian Tervuren Doberman Pinscher versus Alaskan Klee Kai Doberman Pinscher versus Collie Doberman Pinscher versus West Highland White Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Shiloh Shepherd Doberman Pinscher versus Puli Doberman Pinscher versus Sloughi Doberman Pinscher versus Afghan Hound Doberman Pinscher versus Bichon Frise Doberman Pinscher versus Stabyhoun Doberman Pinscher versus Whoodle Doberman Pinscher versus American Eskimo Dog Doberman Pinscher versus Labradoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso Doberman Pinscher versus Coton de Tulear Doberman Pinscher versus Border Collie Doberman Pinscher versus Finnish Lapphund
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Doberman Pinscher and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.