Differences and Similarities between the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart.

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Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

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Dogo Argentino Versus Hovawart: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino or the Hovawart

Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart: Overview

Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are similar in size. The Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Dogo Argentino belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dogo Argentino 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.

Factor Dogo Argentino Hovawart
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Height 23 to 27 inches 23 to 29 inches
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
Weight 80 to 100 pounds 55 to 110 pounds
Life Span 9 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2510 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2500 No Data
Temperament Score 89.5 percent 91.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    *Data from 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 Dogo Argentino 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 a Dogo Argentino is 67 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Hovawart is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Hovawart is a better pet than the Dogo Argentino. 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 Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart

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

  • Dogo Argentinos have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Hovawarts have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart

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

  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not easy to train.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

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

    Dogo Argentinos weigh 80 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogo Argentinos are 23 to 27 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.

    Temperament of the Dogo Argentino Versus the Hovawart

    The Hovawart has a better temperament than the Dogo Argentino.

    This is because the temperament score for the Hovawart is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Dogo Argentino is 89.5 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 they 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 89.5 percent, the Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart by measuring the temperaments of 19 Dogo Argentinos and 24 Hovawarts.

    Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart
    Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

    Is the Dogo Argentino Better for Apartment Owners than the Hovawart?

    Dogo Argentinos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Dogo Argentinos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Hovawarts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Do Dogo Argentinos shed more than Hovawarts?

    Dogo Argentinos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Hovawarts shed moderately.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dogo Argentino versus Hovawart

    Dogo Argentinos do not like to be left alone.

    Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dogo Argentinos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dogo Argentinos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Dogo Argentinos and Hovawarts?

    Dogo Argentinos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

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

    Dogo Argentinos do not get along well with other dogs.

    Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.

    Is the Dogo Argentino Easier to Train than the Hovawart?

    Dogo Argentinos are not easy to train.

    Hovawarts are not easy to train.

    Do Dogo Argentinos Bark and Howl? What about Hovawarts?

    Dogo Argentinos 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.

    Which one drools more, the Dogo Argentino or the Hovawart

    Dogo Argentinos drool moderately.

    Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can Dogo Argentinos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dogo Argentinos can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Are Dogo Argentinos good family dogs? What about Hovawarts?

    Dogo Argentinos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogo Argentino or the Hovawart?

    Dogo Argentinos are very easy to groom.

    Hovawarts are very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dogo Argentino vs. Hovawart

    Dogo Argentinos 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.

    Does the Dogo Argentino Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Hovawart?

    Dogo Argentinos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogo Argentino

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogo Argentino that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dogo Argentino:

  • American Bulldog (78 percent match with Dogo Argentino). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs American Bulldog.
  • Fila Brasileiro (80 percent match with Dogo Argentino). Here is our comparison of the Hovawart vs Fila Brasileiro.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Hovawart that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Hovawart:

  • Catahoula Leopard Dog (78 percent match with Hovawart). Here is our comparison of the Dogo Argentino vs Catahoula Leopard Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (81 percent match with Hovawart). Here is our comparison of the Dogo Argentino vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dogo Argentino and how the Hovawart compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogo Argentino and of the Hovawart to other breeds:

    Dogo Argentino Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dogo Argentino versus Finnish Spitz     Dogo Argentino versus Australian Terrier     Dogo Argentino versus Portuguese Water Dog     Dogo Argentino versus English Toy Spaniel     Dogo Argentino versus Bluetick Coonhound     Dogo Argentino versus Welsh Terrier     Dogo Argentino versus Cairn Terrier     Dogo Argentino versus Italian Greyhound     Dogo Argentino versus Weimaraner     Dogo Argentino versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     

    Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Hovawart versus English Toy Spaniel     Hovawart versus Boerboel     Hovawart versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Hovawart versus Carolina Dog     Hovawart versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Hovawart versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Hovawart versus Chorkie     Hovawart versus English Cocker Spaniel     Hovawart versus Italian Greyhound     Hovawart versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     

    Conclusion: Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino and the Hovawart better suits you and your family.