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- Poodle Versus Hovawart: Introduction
- Poodle versus Hovawart: Overview
- Poodle versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Hovawart
- The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Hovawart
- Temperament of the Poodle Versus the Hovawart
- Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Hovawart
- Do Poodles shed more than Hovawarts?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Hovawart?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Hovawart?
- Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
- Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
- Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Hovawart
- How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Hovawarts?
- Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
- Do Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
- Can Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Hovawart
- Can Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Poodle versus Hovawart. Which One is a Better Pet?
Poodle Versus Hovawart: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle and the Hovawart.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle or the Hovawart.
Note that there are 3 types of Poodles:
However, these 3 poodle `types` are basically the same. The only difference between them is size. Standard Poodles are big, toy poodles are small, and miniature poodles are medium-sized.
Read more about the subtle differences between the standard poodle vs. miniature poodle here and the toy poodle versus miniature poodle here.
In addition, we have articles on the detailed comparisons of the poodle to every other dog breed. Check out our articles on poodle versus other dog breeds here.
Poodle versus Hovawart: Overview
Both the Poodle and the Hovawart are similar in size. The Poodle and the Hovawart are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Poodle belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Hovawart belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs 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.
Poodle versus Hovawart: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Poodle 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 Poodle and the Hovawart
| Factor | Poodle | Hovawart |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight |
|
55 to 110 pounds |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height |
|
23 to 29 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price |
|
No Data |
| Price Range |
|
No Data |
| Temperament Score | 87.2 percent | 91.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
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 Poodle 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 Poodle is 88 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Hovawart is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Poodle is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get a Poodle!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Hovawart
Below is a list of where the Poodle and the Hovawart are most different:
The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Hovawart
The Poodle and the Hovawart are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Poodle and the Hovawart are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Poodle versus Hovawart
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Poodle and the Hovawart.
Poodles come in three main size categories. These three size categories are referred to as the three varieties of the poodle. Poodles of different varieties are basically the same except for their size differences. The poodle varieties based on size categorization are:
There is another variety of poodle that is not recognized in the USA but is recognized in Europe. This poodle size variety is called the Moyen Poodle. In size, the Moyen Poodle is smaller than the Standard poodle but bigger than the miniature poodle.
See below the figure that compares the different poodle sizes:
On the other hand, Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.
Temperament of the Poodle Versus the Hovawart
The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Poodle.
This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Poodle is 87.2 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 87.2 percent, the Poodle has an above-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 Poodle and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 266 Poodles and 24 Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Hovawart
Poodles do not like to be left alone.
Poodles, by nature, are companion dogs. They like and thrive on human companionship more than most dog breeds. Poodles do not like to be left alone. Leaving a poodle alone for more than 4 hours day after day will cause separation anxiety and isolation distress in a poodle. If you plan to get a poodle, make sure you can be around your poodle most of the time, or arrange for a dog walker.
See our article on how long you can leave a poodle alone.
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Do Poodles shed more than Hovawarts?
Poodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Although all dogs shed, and poodles are no different in this regard. But poodles shed less than many other breeds of dogs. However, if you own a poodle, you will not have the problem of having balls of dog hair on your couch and over your house. This is because the curly coat of the poodle traps the hair and other things that the poodle sheds. Therefore, people that are allergic to dogs tend to tolerate poodles better.
Check out our articles to learn more on why poodles do not shed, and on standard poodle shedding, and on shedding in toy poodles
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Hovawart?
Poodles require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a poodle, check out our article on how to groom a poodle.
Learn more on how to take care of a poodle here.
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Hovawart?
Poodles get along very well with other dogs.
Poodles get along very well with other dogs. Poodles are very friendly. However, it is up to the other dog to reciprocate the friendliness. Some dog breeds are just unfriendly and aggressive.
Read this article to learn about the dog breeds that get along well with poodle and the dog breeds that do not along with poodles.
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?
Poodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Poodles make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about standard poodles as family dogs here, and about how family-friendly are toy poodles here..
Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Hovawart?
Poodles are very easy to train.
Poodles are easy to train because they are intelligent and eager to please their owners. However, it is important that you begin training a poodle to make the most out of their natural intelligence. Moreover, training your Poodle should be based on positive reinforcement and repetition. Be sure to give your Poodle praise when he obeys a command and ignores your poodle`s bad behavior.
To learn more, check out our article on how to train a poodle.
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Hovawart
Poodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Hovawarts?
Poodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?
Poodles 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 Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?
Poodles 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 Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Poodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Hovawart
Poodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Poodles can tolerate hot weather.
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Poodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?
Poodles adapt very well to apartment living.
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Poodle or the Hovawart?
Poodles are very good for new dog owners.
Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the poodle compares to other breeds aside from the Hovawart. So, see below the links to the comparison of the poodle to other breeds:
poodle versus Dutch Shepherd poodle versus Kooikerhondje poodle versus Dogue de Bordeaux poodle versus Bernedoodle poodle versus Norwich Terrier poodle versus Black Mouth Cur poodle versus Dachshund poodle versus Maremma Sheepdog poodle versus Frenchton poodle versus Giant Schnauzer
Conclusion: Poodle 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 Poodle and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.
