Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Beaglier and the Hovawart.

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Beaglier Versus Hovawart: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Beaglier 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 Beaglier 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 Beaglier and the Hovawart.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Beaglier 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 Beaglier 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 Beaglier 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 Beaglier or the Hovawart.

Beaglier versus Hovawart: Overview

A very important difference between the Beaglier and the Hovawart is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Beaglier is a small-sized dog while the Hovawart is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Beaglier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Beaglier versus Hovawart: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Beaglier 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 Beaglier and the Hovawart

Factor Beaglier Hovawart
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Weight 10 to 20 pounds 55 to 110 pounds
Height 12 to 16 inches 23 to 29 inches
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1780 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $1769 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Beaglier 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 Beaglier 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 Beaglier is a better pet than the Hovawart. So, you should get the Beaglier!

Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Beaglier and the Hovawart so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Beaglier and the Hovawart

Below is a list of where the Beaglier and the Hovawart are most different:

  • Beagliers adapt well to apartment living. However, Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Beagliers get along well with other dogs. However, Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Beagliers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Hovawarts are not very friendly towards strangers.

The Similarities Between the Beaglier and the Hovawart

The Beaglier and the Hovawart are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Beaglier and the Hovawart are most similar:

  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are not easy to train.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Beaglier and the Hovawart are very playful.

Size Comparison of Beaglier versus Hovawart

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Beaglier and the Hovawart.

Beagliers weigh 10 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Beagliers are 12 to 16 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Beaglier versus Hovawart

The lifespan of Beagliers is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Beagliers is 12.5 years.

The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts is 12.0 years.

Beagliers live longer than Hovawarts.

Tolerates Being Alone: Beaglier versus Hovawart

Beagliers do not like to be left alone.

Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.

Do Beagliers shed more than Hovawarts?

Beagliers shed moderately.

Hovawarts shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Beaglier or the Hovawart

Beagliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Beaglier or the Hovawart?

Beagliers are very easy to groom.

Hovawarts are very easy to groom.

Does the Beaglier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?

Beagliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Beagliers Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?

Beagliers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Hovawarts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Can Beagliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?

Beagliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Beaglier vs. Hovawart

Beagliers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 Beagliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?

Beagliers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Beaglier or the Hovawart?

Beagliers get along very well with other dogs.

Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.

Are Beagliers good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?

Beagliers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Hovawarts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Beagliers and Hovawarts?

Beagliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Beaglier Easier to Train than the Hovawart?

Beagliers are not easy to train.

Hovawarts are not easy to train.

Is the Beaglier Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?

Beagliers adapt very well to apartment living.

Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Beaglier or the Hovawart?

Beagliers are very good for new dog owners.

Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Beaglier 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 Beaglier and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.