Boxer versus Hovawart. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Boxer Versus Hovawart: Introduction

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

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

Boxer versus Hovawart: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Boxer and the Hovawart are Working Dogs. This means both the Boxer 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.

Boxer versus Hovawart: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxer 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 Boxer and the Hovawart

Factor Boxer Hovawart
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Height 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder 23 to 29 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 60 to 70 pounds 55 to 110 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1620 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2000 No Data
Temperament Score 83.9 percent 91.7 percent
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 Boxer 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 Boxer is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Hovawart is 78 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Hovawart is a better pet than the Boxer. So, you should get the Hovawart!

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 Boxer and the Hovawart so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Hovawart

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

  • Boxers adapt well to apartment living. However, Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Hovawart

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

  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boxer 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 Boxer and the Hovawart get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Boxer and the Hovawart are very playful.

Size Comparison of Boxer versus Hovawart

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

Boxers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxers are 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder 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 Boxer versus Hovawart

The lifespan of Boxers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boxers is 11.0 years.

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

Hovawarts live longer than Boxers.

Temperament of the Boxer Versus the Hovawart

The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Boxer.

This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Boxer is 83.9 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 83.9 percent, the Boxer 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 Boxer and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 472 Boxers and 24 Hovawarts.

Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Hovawart

Boxers do not like to be left alone.

Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.

Do Boxers shed more than Hovawarts?

Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

Hovawarts shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Hovawart

Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.

Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

Boxers are very easy to groom.

Hovawarts are very easy to groom.

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

Boxers 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 Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?

Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

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

Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Hovawart

Boxers 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 Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?

Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

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

Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.

Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.

Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?

Boxers 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 Boxers and Hovawarts?

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

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

Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Hovawart?

Boxers are very easy to train.

Hovawarts are not easy to train.

Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?

Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.

Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

Boxers are OK for new dog owners.

Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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